Healthcare Safety Statement
Bespoke Safety Statements for Nursing Homes - HIQA-Aligned - Section 20 SHWW Act - PI Insured
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Bespoke Safety Statements for Irish Nursing Homes
Under Section 20 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, every employer is required to prepare a written safety statement that specifies how the safety, health, and welfare of employees will be secured and managed. For nursing homes and designated centres, this document must reflect the unique hazards, risks, and operational arrangements of the healthcare environment. Phoenix STS prepares bespoke healthcare safety statements that go far beyond generic templates. Each safety statement documents your facility's safety management arrangements, identifies the specific hazards present in your nursing home, cross-references your risk assessments, details control measures, and assigns roles and responsibilities. Every safety statement we produce is fully aligned with HIQA standards and designed to satisfy both HSA and HIQA inspectors.
Why Healthcare Safety Statements Matter
Legal Requirement (Section 20)
Section 20 of the SHWW Act 2005 requires every employer to prepare a written safety statement based on their risk assessments. Non-compliance is a criminal offence.
HIQA Expectations
HIQA inspectors expect to see a comprehensive, facility-specific safety statement as part of their regulatory inspections of designated centres and nursing homes.
Comprehensive Documentation
A safety statement provides a single, authoritative document that captures your entire safety management system, making it accessible to staff and inspectors.
Staff Awareness
A well-prepared safety statement ensures all staff understand the hazards in their workplace, the control measures in place, and their individual responsibilities for safety.
Risk Management Framework
Your safety statement establishes the framework for managing risk in your facility, linking hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures in one coherent document.
Insurance and Audits
Insurers and auditors routinely request safety statements. A comprehensive, current document demonstrates your commitment to safety and supports favourable outcomes.
What's Included in Your Safety Statement
Every healthcare safety statement we prepare includes the following essential components required by Section 20.
Safety Policy and Commitment
A clear statement of your organisation's commitment to safety, health, and welfare, signed by senior management and setting the tone for safety culture across your facility.
Hazard Identification
A comprehensive schedule of all hazards identified in your facility, covering clinical areas, communal spaces, kitchens, laundries, outdoor areas, and all operational activities.
Risk Assessment Summary
A summary of risk assessments conducted for each identified hazard, including risk ratings and the methodology used to evaluate likelihood and severity of harm.
Control Measures and Arrangements
Detailed control measures for each identified risk, specifying the practical steps, procedures, equipment, and training required to eliminate or reduce risks to an acceptable level.
Roles, Responsibilities, and Emergency Procedures
Clear assignment of safety responsibilities to named individuals at every level, along with documented emergency procedures for fire, medical emergencies, and evacuation.
Safety Policy and Commitment
A clear statement of your organisation's commitment to safety, health, and welfare, signed by senior management and setting the tone for safety culture across your facility.
Hazard Identification
A comprehensive schedule of all hazards identified in your facility, covering clinical areas, communal spaces, kitchens, laundries, outdoor areas, and all operational activities.
Risk Assessment Summary
A summary of risk assessments conducted for each identified hazard, including risk ratings and the methodology used to evaluate likelihood and severity of harm.
Control Measures and Arrangements
Detailed control measures for each identified risk, specifying the practical steps, procedures, equipment, and training required to eliminate or reduce risks to an acceptable level.
Roles, Responsibilities, and Emergency Procedures
Clear assignment of safety responsibilities to named individuals at every level, along with documented emergency procedures for fire, medical emergencies, and evacuation.
What We Deliver
Written Safety Statement
A comprehensive, bespoke safety statement document tailored to your healthcare facility, meeting all requirements of Section 20 of the SHWW Act 2005.
Hazard Identification Schedule
A structured schedule cataloguing every hazard identified in your facility, organised by area and activity for ease of reference and review.
Risk Assessment Cross-References
Clear cross-references linking your safety statement to underlying risk assessments, ensuring traceability and demonstrating a systematic approach to risk management.
H&S Risk Assessments
Comprehensive healthcare risk assessments to underpin your safety statement, fully compliant with Section 19 of the SHWW Act 2005.
H&S Policies
Tailored health and safety policies for healthcare environments, complementing your safety statement with detailed operational procedures.
H&S Consultancy
Ongoing health and safety consultancy to support implementation of your safety statement and ensure continuous compliance.
Healthcare Facilities We Serve
Nursing Homes
Bespoke safety statements for private, voluntary, and HSE nursing homes of all sizes across Ireland.
Hospitals
Safety statement services for public and private hospitals, covering clinical and non-clinical operations.
Disability Services
Specialist safety statements for residential and day services supporting people with intellectual and physical disabilities.
Mental Health
Safety statements tailored to mental health facilities, addressing unique operational and safety challenges.
Respite Care
Safety statements for respite care centres, addressing the specific challenges of short-stay residential services.
Day Care
Comprehensive safety statements for day care centres and day services, covering all activities and facility operations.
Hospices
Sensitive and thorough safety statements for hospice and palliative care facilities, reflecting end-of-life care environments.
Designated Centres
Safety statements specifically designed for HIQA-registered designated centres, fully aligned with regulatory requirements.
Our Process
A structured, five-step approach to delivering bespoke healthcare safety statements that meet legal and regulatory requirements.
Consultation
We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your facility, its operations, resident profile, staffing structure, and any specific concerns or previous inspection findings.
Site Assessment
Our qualified consultants conduct a thorough on-site assessment, reviewing existing documentation, inspecting all areas, and identifying hazards specific to your facility.
Drafting
We prepare your bespoke safety statement, incorporating hazard identification, risk assessment summaries, control measures, roles, responsibilities, and emergency procedures.
Review and Approval
We present the draft safety statement to you for review, incorporating any feedback and ensuring you are fully satisfied with the document before finalisation.
Delivery and Implementation
You receive your finalised safety statement with guidance on implementation, staff communication, and ongoing review requirements.
Consultation
We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your facility, its operations, resident profile, staffing structure, and any specific concerns or previous inspection findings.
Site Assessment
Our qualified consultants conduct a thorough on-site assessment, reviewing existing documentation, inspecting all areas, and identifying hazards specific to your facility.
Drafting
We prepare your bespoke safety statement, incorporating hazard identification, risk assessment summaries, control measures, roles, responsibilities, and emergency procedures.
Review and Approval
We present the draft safety statement to you for review, incorporating any feedback and ensuring you are fully satisfied with the document before finalisation.
Delivery and Implementation
You receive your finalised safety statement with guidance on implementation, staff communication, and ongoing review requirements.
Legislative Framework
Healthcare safety statements in Ireland are governed by a robust legislative framework. Understanding these requirements is essential for every nursing home and designated centre.
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 - Section 20
Section 20 requires every employer to prepare a written safety statement based on the hazards identified and the risk assessments carried out under Section 19.
Why Choose Phoenix STS
HIQA Specialists
Our consultants have extensive experience working with HIQA-registered designated centres.
BEng Engineers
Our team includes qualified BEng engineers who bring technical expertise to every safety statement.
CPD Provider
As an approved CPD provider, we stay at the forefront of health and safety best practice.
25+ Years
With over 25 years of experience in health and safety consultancy.
Nationwide
We provide healthcare safety statement services across all 26 counties of Ireland.
PI Insured
All our work is backed by professional indemnity insurance.
Healthcare Safety Statement FAQs
Common questions about healthcare safety statements for nursing homes and designated centres.
Section 20 of the SHWW Act 2005 requires every employer to prepare a written safety statement.
Your safety statement must be reviewed at least annually.