Document background
The Hazard Report Form serves as a standardized mechanism for identifying, reporting, and addressing workplace safety concerns in compliance with Irish health and safety regulations. This document is essential for organizations operating in Ireland to fulfill their obligations under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and related legislation. The form should be used whenever an employee identifies a potential hazard in the workplace, enabling prompt reporting and response to safety risks. It captures crucial information including hazard details, risk assessment, immediate actions taken, and recommendations for corrective measures. The document supports organizational safety management systems and provides evidence of due diligence in hazard identification and risk mitigation processes.
