O'Dwyer Safety Services

📢 Now Hiring Safety Officer Roles 📢

Join the team!
📍 Limerick, Cork, Dublin & Kildare

The successful candidates will be required to work on client sites and carry out safety officer duties as assigned / outlined by the client.
Candidates will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation and be able to provide clients with technical advice and support to ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 to 2021 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2021.
Key Responsibilities / Duties will include:
• Working effectively with the OSS Team and clients to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Completion of onsite H&S tasks as may be assigned by the client; this may include completion of inspections, delivery of toolbox talks and briefings, reviewing GA2s and GA3s, review of contractor Method Statement and Risk Assessments, reviewing employee training records, delivering of health and safety inductions, reviewing of contractor health and safety documents, reviewing and implementation of on site permitting requirements, etc
• Liaising with Client management and ensure corrective actions are assigned to the safety officer and completed and communicated
• Adherence to client site health and safety rules and requirements
• Adherence to client PPE rules and requirements
• Weekly reporting to the OSS designated contact in relation to works completed, timesheets, etc.
• Adherence of OSS health and safety requirements; including accident / incident reporting, PPE requirements, safe working practices, etc.
Qualifications / Skills:
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (Level 7 Dip SHWW or Level 8 H&S Degree or similar), 2 years plus (General Safety Officer role) to 5 year’s plus (Senior Safety Officer role) relevant experience in a H&S Officer / H&S Advisor role.
• Working knowledge of construction health and safety essential
• Working knowledge of current health and safety legislation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• A positive attitude to health and safety
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to different Client requirements
• A demonstrated ability to communicate and influence management and employees
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
• Full Clean Drivers Licence
• Professional Indemnity Insurance (preferrable)

Applications can be sent to [email protected]

📢 Now Hiring Safety Officer Roles 📢

Join the team!
📍 Limerick, Cork, Dublin & Kildare
The successful candidates will be required to work on client sites and carry out safety officer duties as assigned / outlined by the client.
Candidates will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation and be able to provide clients with technical advice and support to ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 to 2021 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2021.
Key Responsibilities / Duties will include:
• Working effectively with the OSS Team and clients to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Completion of onsite H&S tasks as may be assigned by the client; this may include completion of inspections, delivery of toolbox talks and briefings, reviewing GA2s and GA3s, review of contractor Method Statement and Risk Assessments, reviewing employee training records, delivering of health and safety inductions, reviewing of contractor health and safety documents, reviewing and implementation of on site permitting requirements, etc
• Liaising with Client management and ensure corrective actions are assigned to the safety officer and completed and communicated
• Adherence to client site health and safety rules and requirements
• Adherence to client PPE rules and requirements
• Weekly reporting to the OSS designated contact in relation to works completed, timesheets, etc.
• Adherence of OSS health and safety requirements; including accident / incident reporting, PPE requirements, safe working practices, etc.
Qualifications / Skills:
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (Level 7 Dip SHWW or Level 8 H&S Degree or similar), 2 years plus (General Safety Officer role) to 5 year’s plus (Senior Safety Officer role) relevant experience in a H&S Officer / H&S Advisor role.
• Working knowledge of construction health and safety essential
• Working knowledge of current health and safety legislation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• A positive attitude to health and safety
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to different Client requirements
• A demonstrated ability to communicate and influence management and employees
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
• Full Clean Drivers Licence
• Professional Indemnity Insurance (preferrable)

Applications can be sent to [email protected]

Another productive day on-site at Askeaton, Co. Limerick.

Our consultants enjoyed the blue skies as they conducted a weekly visit for one of our valued clients. Ensuring health and safety in the workplace is our top priority, and it's always fulfilling to see our solutions in action and witness the positive impact they have.

Interested in how our consultancy services can benefit your business? Drop us an email at [email protected] to discuss our tailored packages.

Let's make Irish workplaces safer together!

📢 Now Hiring Safety Officer Roles 📢
Join the team!

📍 Limerick, Cork, Dublin & Kildare

The successful candidates will be required to work on client sites and carry out safety officer duties as assigned / outlined by the client.

Candidates will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation and be able to provide clients with technical advice and support to ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 to 2021 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2021.

Key Responsibilities / Duties will include:
• Working effectively with the OSS Team and clients to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Completion of onsite H&S tasks as may be assigned by the client; this may include completion of inspections, delivery of toolbox talks and briefings, reviewing GA2s and GA3s, review of contractor Method Statement and Risk Assessments, reviewing employee training records, delivering of health and safety inductions, reviewing of contractor health and safety documents, reviewing and implementation of on site permitting requirements, etc
• Liaising with Client management and ensure corrective actions are assigned to the safety officer and completed and communicated
• Adherence to client site health and safety rules and requirements
• Adherence to client PPE rules and requirements
• Weekly reporting to the OSS designated contact in relation to works completed, timesheets, etc.
• Adherence of OSS health and safety requirements; including accident / incident reporting, PPE requirements, safe working practices, etc.
Qualifications / Skills:
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (Level 7 Dip SHWW or Level 8 H&S Degree or similar), 2 years plus (General Safety Officer role) to 5 year’s plus (Senior Safety Officer role) relevant experience in a H&S Officer / H&S Advisor role.
• Working knowledge of construction health and safety essential
• Working knowledge of current health and safety legislation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• A positive attitude to health and safety
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to different Client requirements
• A demonstrated ability to communicate and influence management and employees
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
• Full Clean Drivers Licence
• Professional Indemnity Insurance (preferrable)

Applications can be sent to [email protected]

🌟 O Dwyer Safety Services ensuring Safety at the 2024 Staff Relay Series! 🌟

We at O Dwyer Safety Services were thrilled and honoured to be involved in the event safety planning for the Staff Relay Series in 2024! This incredible event showcased a great sense of friendly rivalry as CEOs worked alongside administrative staff, with everyone participating on a level playing field to be the first team home. From Advertising teams taking on Marketing departments to Legal joining forces against Financial, the internal competitions were almost as hard-fought as the 100m finals at the Olympics!

With 5,000 participants in this celebration of work colleagues, it’s easy to see why the Staff Relay Series is established as Ireland’s No. 1 Staff Night Out! We even met some of our clients there too.

Well done to all involved in this great event in Phoenix Park, Dublin! 🎉



Staff Relay Series

Safe Pass – Don’t Delay, Book today with 3 simple clicks, 24/7 at your convenience.

The programme's objectives include raising the standard of safety awareness in the construction industry, empowering workers to prevent accidents and maintaining

At OSS (O'Dwyer Safety Services), we deliver Safe Pass courses six days a week in Castletroy, Limerick.
Good news for our veteran candidates: Safe Pass now finishes an hour earlier, running from 08:00 to 16:00!

Since 2001, OSS has been delivering quality Safe Pass training.
Our team of Safe Pass tutors are dedicated to actively engaging candidates in on-site safety, ensuring they understand the individual and collective responsibilities.

Safe Pass cards are valid for four years, but time flies, so it's crucial to check your card's expiry and plan ahead. We offer various availability options to suit your schedule.

Simply click the link to view upcoming dates.

➡️Click here:

https://odwyersafetyservices.courseco.co/course-detail/safe-pass-2/?id=30&schedule_id=874

OR

☎️Call us on 061 422207,
Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, for assistance.

If your Safe Pass is nearing its expiry, don’t delay, book today

📢 Now Hiring Safety Officer Roles

Join the team 📢

📍Limerick, Cork, Dublin & Kildare.

The successful candidates will be required to work on client sites and carry out safety officer duties as assigned / outlined by the client.

Candidates will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation and be able to provide clients with technical advice and support to ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 to 2021 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2021.

Key Responsibilities / Duties will include:
• Working effectively with the OSS Team and clients to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Completion of onsite H&S tasks as may be assigned by the client; this may include completion of inspections, delivery of toolbox talks and briefings, reviewing GA2s and GA3s, review of contractor Method Statement and Risk Assessments, reviewing employee training records, delivering of health and safety inductions, reviewing of contractor health and safety documents, reviewing and implementation of on site permitting requirements, etc
• Liaising with Client management and ensure corrective actions are assigned to the safety officer and completed and communicated
• Adherence to client site health and safety rules and requirements
• Adherence to client PPE rules and requirements
• Weekly reporting to the OSS designated contact in relation to works completed, timesheets, etc.
• Adherence of OSS health and safety requirements; including accident / incident reporting, PPE requirements, safe working practices, etc.

Qualifications / Skills:
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (Level 7 Dip SHWW or Level 8 H&S Degree or similar), 2 years plus (General Safety Officer role) to 5 year’s plus (Senior Safety Officer role) relevant experience in a H&S Officer / H&S Advisor role.
• Working knowledge of construction health and safety essential
• Working knowledge of current health and safety legislation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• A positive attitude to health and safety
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to different Client requirements
• A demonstrated ability to communicate and influence management and employees
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
• Full Clean Drivers Licence
• Professional Indemnity Insurance (preferrable)

Applications can be sent to [email protected]

🦺Enhance workplace safety with O’Dwyer Safety Services.

As an approved QQI training center, we offer the 5N1451 Health and Safety Representation course. Join our next tutor-led training, for invaluable insights and skills.


https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2024/0429/1446193-workers-memorial/

Contact us at [email protected] or call 061 422207 to secure your spot.

🚨Safety starts with knowledge.

https://odwyersafetyservices.courseco.co/course-detail/qqi-health-safety-representative/?id=13

👷🚧Are you responsible for managing or supervising a site where scaffolding is used?

Are you confident that the site scaffolding is safe and subject to detailed weekly checks as required by law?

To assist in ensuring you manage and inspect your site scaffolding in line with legal requirements OSS Ltd are running a scaffold inspection course.

📍Monday 20th of May 2024.

The training provides an overview of the variety of scaffolding components, fault finding, the compliance documents (i.e scaffolding brief, GA3 forms, handover certs) and the inspection itself.

Book today to secure your spot,
[email protected] or ☎️ 061422207

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🚗 National Slow Down Day from 7am today Friday 19th April 2024 to 7am Saturday 20th April 2024 🚗

Just four months into 2024, already *63 people have been killed on roads in Ireland. That is *14 more lives lost than on this same day last year. Drive safe today and everyday.

Now Hiring Junior Safety Officer Roles
Join the team.
📍Limerick, Cork, Dublin & Kildare.

The successful candidates will be required to work on client sites and carry out safety officer duties as assigned by the client. Candidates will be required work with clients and advise / support clients to ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 to 2021 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2021.
Key Responsibilities / Duties will include:
• Working effectively with the OSS Team and clients to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Completion of onsite H&S tasks as may be assigned by the client; this may include completion of inspections, delivery of toolbox talks and briefings, reviewing GA2s and GA3s, review of contractor Method Statement and Risk Assessments, reviewing employee training records and delivering of health and safety inductions
• Liaising with Client management and ensure corrective actions are communicated
• Adherence to client site health and safety rules and requirements
• Adherence to client PPE rules and requirements
• Weekly reporting to the OSS designated contact in relation to works completed, timesheets, etc.
Qualifications/Skills:
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (Level 7 Dip SHWW or Level 8 H&S Degree or similar), recent graduates will be considered for these Junior Safety Officer role
• Knowledge of construction health and safety
• Knowledge of current health and safety legislation
• A positive attitude to health and safety
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
• Full Clean Drivers Licence

📧 Applications can be sent to [email protected]

🇪🇸 Spanish Safe Pass
Limited availability,
Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Limerick Training centre

Please contact the office on 061422207 or you can simply email [email protected] to secure your booking.

🚨 Now Hiring Junior Safety Officer Roles
Join the team.

📍Limerick, Cork, Dublin & Kildare.

The successful candidates will be required to work on client sites and carry out safety officer duties as assigned by the client. Candidates will be required work with clients and advise / support clients to ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 to 2021 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2021.

Key Responsibilities / Duties will include:
• Working effectively with the OSS Team and clients to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Completion of onsite H&S tasks as may be assigned by the client; this may include completion of inspections, delivery of toolbox talks and briefings, reviewing GA2s and GA3s, review of contractor Method Statement and Risk Assessments, reviewing employee training records and delivering of health and safety inductions
• Liaising with Client management and ensure corrective actions are communicated
• Adherence to client site health and safety rules and requirements
• Adherence to client PPE rules and requirements
• Weekly reporting to the OSS designated contact in relation to works completed, timesheets, etc.

Qualifications/Skills:
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (Level 7 Dip SHWW or Level 8 H&S Degree or similar), recent graduates will be considered for these Junior Safety Officer role
• Knowledge of construction health and safety
• Knowledge of current health and safety legislation
• A positive attitude to health and safety
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
• Full Clean Drivers Licence

📧 Applications can be sent to [email protected]

We apologise but our phone lines are temporarily down. Please email [email protected] for any enquiries. Hopefully we will be back up and running soon! :)

📣 OSS is thrilled to share the news that we have added yet another training course to our IPAF suite.

- IPAF MEWPS for Managers.

Ready to rise above the rest?

☎️ Call today to book- 061 422207

IPAFs for Managers training course covers what managers need to know for safe and effective use of MEWPs on site, including planning the job, conducting a risk assessment, selecting the right equipment for optimum cost-efficiency and mitigating all possible risks.

Read all about the benefits of completing this IPAF course and who should attend.. click the link.

https://odwyersafetyservices.ie/ipaf-mewps-for-managers-training-take-your-workplace-safety-to-new-heights/

IPAF International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)

The campaign theme for International Women's Day 2024 is 'Inspire Inclusion.' When we inspire others to understand and value women's inclusion, we contribute to forging a better world. Yesterday, at the Hunt Museum in Limerick, some of the OSS women were inspired, fostering a lasting sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment.


The Hunt Museum

Senior Safety Officer Roles 📢
Location:
• Various locations Limerick, Cork, Dublin, Kildare, etc
Remuneration:
• Attractive daily rate

The successful candidates will be required to visit client sites and complete health and safety inspections and provide a part time Safety Officer service.
Candidates will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation and be able to provide clients with technical advice and support to ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 to 2021 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2021.
Key Responsibilities / Duties will include:
• Working effectively with the OSS Health and Safety Consultancy Team and clients to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Completion of site H&S inspections and audits and effective communication of results and actions with Clients and their employees.
• Presentation of positive proactive safety and health measures via Toolbox Talks and H&S briefings.
• Confirming contractors’ completion of statutory inspections and forms in a timely fashion.
• Review of contractor Method Statement and Risk Assessments and assisting in their development where required
• Reviewing employee training records and coordinating training arrangements where required
• Delivering of health and safety inductions both on site and remotely at the request of the Client.
• Reviewing of contractor and sub-contractor pre-qualification safety documentation.
• Liaise with Client management on site safety walks & audits and ensure corrective actions are actioned.
• Report to the OSS Consultancy Manager in relation to works completed.
Qualifications / Skills:
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (Level 7 Dip SHWW or Level 8 H&S Degree or similar), 3 to 5 year’s relevant experience in a H&S Officer / H&S Advisor role.
• Working knowledge of construction and industry health and safety essential
• Working knowledge of current health and safety legislation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• A positive attitude to health and safety
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to different Client requirements
• A demonstrated ability to communicate and influence management and employees
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
• Full Clean Drivers Licence
• Professional Indemnity Insurance

Applications can be sent to [email protected]

In recognition of take the time to reflect on the cancer risks in your workplace.

Be aware of the risks you face every day and the controls you need to protect your health at work.

Workers’ exposure survey on cancer risk factors in Europe | Safety and health at work EU-OSHA Goal of the survey The survey aims to better identify the cancer risk factors responsible for most of the exposures, providing an accurate and comprehensive overview that can contribute to preventive measures, awareness-raising and policy-making, ultimately helping in the fight against occupational....

Safety Advice on Operating Chainsaws in Adverse Weather and Fallen Trees

Fallen trees can be very hazardous. The most common cause of fatalities while using chainsaws arises from felling storm damaged trees and clearing branches during clean-up operations.

For further information on chainsaw safety see https://www.hsa.ie/eng/publications_and_forms/publications/agriculture_and_forestry/guidance-on-safe-use-of-chainsaws.pdf

📢 Junior Safety Officer / Safety Officer Roles 📢
Location:
• Various locations Limerick, Cork, Dublin, Kildare, etc
Remuneration:
• Attractive daily rate
The successful candidates will be required to visit client sites and complete health and safety inspections and provide a part time Safety Officer service.
Candidates will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation and be able to provide clients with technical advice and support to ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 to 2021 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2021.
Key Responsibilities / Duties will include:
• Working effectively with the OSS Health and Safety Consultancy Team and clients to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Completion of site H&S inspections and audits and effective communication of results and actions with Clients and their employees.
• Presentation of positive proactive safety and health measures via Toolbox Talks and H&S briefings.
• Confirming contractors’ completion of statutory inspections and forms in a timely fashion.
• Review of contractor Method Statement and Risk Assessments and assisting in their development where required
• Reviewing employee training records and coordinating training arrangements where required
• Delivering of health and safety inductions both on site and remotely at the request of the Client.
• Reviewing of contractor and sub-contractor pre-qualification safety documentation.
• Liaise with Client management on site safety walks & audits and ensure corrective actions are actioned.
• Report to the OSS Consultancy Manager in relation to works completed.
Qualifications / Skills:
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (Level 7 Dip SHWW or Level 8 H&S Degree or similar), 3 to 5 year’s relevant experience in a H&S Officer / H&S Advisor role.
• Working knowledge of construction and industry health and safety essential
• Working knowledge of current health and safety legislation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• A positive attitude to health and safety
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to different Client requirements
• A demonstrated ability to communicate and influence management and employees
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
• Full Clean Drivers Licence
• Professional Indemnity Insurance
Applications can be sent to [email protected]

*Update

🗓️Additonal dates announced for the next upcoming QQI- PSCS training-

Monday -29/01,
Tuesday -06/02,
Monday -19/02.

Training is delivered face-to-face in a classroom environment by our highly skilled tutor, who has 20+ years experience in industry both locally and across the globe 🌍

Click the link to secure your place today.

https://odwyersafetyservices.courseco.co/course-detail/qqi-pscs/?id=8&schedule_id=606

OR

☎️ 061 422207

We are closed for the Christmas Holidays, reopening on Tuesday 2nd January. Thank you to everyone for your support throughout the year! Have a lovely Christmas and Happy New Year :)

📢 Now Hiring for Safety Officer / Safety Advisor Roles 📢

Location:
• Various locations Limerick, Cork, Dublin, Kildare, etc
Remuneration:
• Attractive daily rate
The successful candidates will be required to visit client sites and complete health and safety inspections and provide a part time Safety Officer service.
Candidates will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation and be able to provide clients with technical advice and support to ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 to 2021 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2021.
Key Responsibilities / Duties will include:
• Working effectively with the OSS Health and Safety Consultancy Team and clients to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Completion of site H&S inspections and audits and effective communication of results and actions with Clients and their employees.
• Presentation of positive proactive safety and health measures via Toolbox Talks and H&S briefings.
• Confirming contractors’ completion of statutory inspections and forms in a timely fashion.
• Review of contractor Method Statement and Risk Assessments and assisting in their development where required
• Reviewing employee training records and coordinating training arrangements where required
• Delivering of health and safety inductions both on site and remotely at the request of the Client.
• Reviewing of contractor and sub-contractor pre-qualification safety documentation.
• Liaise with Client management on site safety walks & audits and ensure corrective actions are actioned.
• Report to the OSS Consultancy Manager in relation to works completed.
Qualifications / Skills:
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (Level 7 Dip SHWW or Level 8 H&S Degree or similar), 3 to 5 year’s relevant experience in a H&S Officer / H&S Advisor role.
• Working knowledge of construction and industry health and safety essential
• Working knowledge of current health and safety legislation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• A positive attitude to health and safety
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to different Client requirements
• A demonstrated ability to communicate and influence management and employees
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
• Full Clean Drivers Licence
• Professional Indemnity Insurance

Applications can be sent to [email protected]