06 Dec HSA Strategy Statement 2025–2027
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has published its Strategy Statement 2025-2027. With a broad mandate promoting and enforcing work-related safety and health legislation, as well regulating chemicals and industrial products and providing the national accreditation service, the new strategy is designed to support competitiveness and the sustainability of Ireland’s economy.
The new strategy is published at a dynamic time for Irish workplaces, with rapid technological developments and an evolving workforce demographic that bring both new opportunities and risks. Through targeted inspections, industry partnerships, education and the development of expanded digital resources, the HSA aims to support workers and employers in fostering safe, compliant and productive work environments.
Conor O’Brien, CEO of the Health and Safety Authority, said:
“Our 2025–2027 Strategy Statement is a roadmap to a safer Ireland. It is a commitment to not only keep pace with the evolving workplace but to lead in protecting the wellbeing of our workforce, especially in high-risk sectors.”
As part of its mandate, the HSA regulates the safe use of chemicals and oversees market surveillance for products within the EU. The strategy addresses the increasing importance of market surveillance, chemical safety, and the regulation of complex supply chains, ensuring safe practices for both workers and consumers. These initiatives protect not only workers but also the public and the environment, ensuring that chemicals and industrial products are safe and responsibly managed.
Through the Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB), the HSA will also implement the Strategy for Accreditation 2022–2026 and deliver the vision for accreditation to be recognised as central in providing trust and confidence in Irish enterprise, trade, and public services.
Key Priorities of the HSA Strategy Statement 2025–2027
1. Build and Support Compliance
The HSA will implement targeted inspection and enforcement programmes to build a culture of compliance, collaboration and best practice. An emphasis will be placed on areas of greatest risk and on providing guidance and support to ensure all enterprises meet their safety obligations.
2. Influence, Educate, and Collaborate
With an increased emphasis on industry collaboration and influencing policy and legislation, the strategy highlights campaigns and partnerships with key stakeholders to ensure appropriate expertise is developed, risks within our remit are mitigated, and society is protected.
3. Organisational Excellence
Recognising the need for continuous improvement, the HSA is investing in expanding and equipping its workforce and upgrading its technological capabilities. An increased focus on data analysis and insights will support evidence-based decisions, track compliance trends, and target non-compliance more effectively.
Over the next three years, the Authority will continue to prioritise high-risk industries including agriculture, construction, and health and social care, addressing both longstanding hazards and emerging risks linked to modern technologies and work arrangements.
For the press release in full and to download the Strategy Statement 2025–2027 visit:
https://www.hsa.ie/eng/news_