What Is a Safety Statement and Does My Business Need One?
If you own or manage a business in Ireland, you’ve probably heard the term Safety Statement – but what exactly is it? And do you legally need one?
In this post, we’ll explain what a Safety Statement is, why it matters, and how to get one professionally created to keep your business compliant and protected.
What Is a Safety Statement?
A Safety Statement is a written document that outlines your company’s commitment to ensuring the safety, health, and welfare of your employees and others who may be affected by your work.
It must include:
- Your company’s health and safety policies
- A complete risk assessment of workplace hazards
- Details on control measures in place to reduce those risks
- Roles and responsibilities related to safety
- Emergency procedures and ongoing monitoring
This document is required by law under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
Who Needs a Safety Statement?
1. All Businesses With Employees
If your business has one or more employees, you are legally required to have a Safety Statement in place.
2. Sole Traders or Self-Employed?
Even if you’re self-employed but interact with the public, subcontractors, or visit client sites, a Safety Statement is often recommended or requested by clients.
3. High-Risk Industries
If you work in a high-risk environment, inspectors will expect to see a clear and up-to-date Safety Statement on site at all times.
What Happens If You Don’t Have One?
Failure to produce a valid Safety Statement during an inspection can lead to:
- HSA enforcement notices
- Legal penalties and fines
- Increased liability in the event of an accident
- Damage to your reputation and lost contracts
What Should a Good Safety Statement Include?
A professionally written Safety Statement will include:
- A comprehensive Risk Assessment
- Site-specific hazards and controls
- Health and safety responsibilities
- Training and supervision details
- Emergency plans and evacuation procedures
- Review and revision process
At GTSS, we tailor every Safety Statement to your industry, your risks, and your workplace.
How GTSS Can Help?
Creating a legally compliant Safety Statement isn’t just about downloading a generic template.
Our team works directly with you to:
✅ Identify your workplace hazards
✅ Conduct or review your risk assessment
✅ Create a clear, easy-to-follow document
✅ Ensure you’re fully compliant with Irish law
Ready to get your Safety Statement sorted?
📧 Email us at info@gtss.ie or
📞 Call us on +353 (0)1 691 8834 to speak with a member of our team.
Final Thoughts
If you employ staff or operate in a public-facing or high-risk business in Ireland, a Safety Statement isn’t just best practice—it’s the law.
At GTSS, we help businesses like yours stay compliant, safe, and confident.
Don’t leave it to chance — get your Safety Statement sorted by professionals.