Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland

Some workplace health risks are less visible than others. Every year, there are over 300 work-related deaths estimated across NI, and thousands more health problems.

Does this look like your workplace? It's not just dust! Breathing in particles at work can lead to serious and sometimes fatal lung diseases. Every year, there are over 300 work-related deaths estimated across NI, and thousands more health problems.

Simple changes can make a BIG difference. Skin exposure to some oils and chemicals at work can increase your risk of cancer. Make sure you understand the risks in order to reduce them. Every year, there are over 300 work-related deaths estimated across NI, and thousands more health problems.

You might have heard about some of these funny workplace pranks, but have you heard that exposure to harmful chemicals can lead to cancer? Every year, there are over 300 work-related deaths estimated across NI, and thousands more health problems.

Look familiar in your job? Occupational cancers can be caused by exposure to harmful substances such as chemicals, dust, and fumes. Every year, there are over 300 work-related deaths estimated across NI, and thousands more health problems.

Hands up if your job requires heavy lifting? 🙋 Manual handling risks can be found in most workplaces. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are a significant occupational ill-health concern in Northern Ireland. Every year, there are over 300 work-related deaths estimated across NI, and thousands more health problems.