The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Biological Agents) Regulations, 2013 set down obligations on employers regarding the determination and assessment of risk with respect to biological agents:
- the prevention and control of exposure to hazardous biological agents;
- specific protection and preventive measures;
- arrangements to deal with accidents, incidents and emergencies;
- information, training and consultation;
- health surveillance; record-keeping;
- notification requirements to the Authority; and
- duties for employees. Download guide
Source: Health and Safety Authority