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Footage shows dangerous incidents at level crossings as Irish Rail calls for vigilance
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So far in 2019, 51 incidents have occurred at level crossings, an 82% increase on the same period last year.

Thu, 06 Jun, 2019

Agriculture still most dangerous job but death toll falls
Agriculture still most dangerous job but death toll falls
Cork had the highest number of workplace-related deaths last year — as the number of agriculture related fatalities fell by 40%.

Thu, 07 Jan, 2016

Safety warning for farmers north and south atĀ MonaghanĀ conference
Safety warning for farmers north and south atĀ MonaghanĀ conference
Farmers know the safety issues on their farms, but some seem unable or unwilling to take preventative action, said Health and Safety Authority Assistant Chief Executive Brian Higgisson at last week’s all-island farm safety conference in Monaghan.

Thu, 12 Nov, 2015

High death rate forces HSA to up Cork inspections
High death rate forces HSA to up Cork inspections

The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) plans to ramp up its inspection rate in Co Cork after the county recorded the highest number of workplace deaths over last four years.

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