Health & Safety training & resources
FREE First Aid Training
Gain vital knowledge in First Aid and be prepared for emergencies. This FREE one-day course is certified by Dr Jennifer Pugh IHRB Senior Medical Officer and the Order of Malta. Fully funded by HRI Health & Safety in collaboration with the ITBA. Certificates will be provided.
SUBJECTS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Concussion
- Performing CPR
- Accessing and use of a defibrillator
- Injury management and shock (bleeding injury, musculoskeletal injury)
- What to do in the event of falls, horse kicks, etc
- More
UPCOMING DATES:
- 10.15am-3.30pm Wednesday 4 November 2026, Fairyhouse Racecourse.
- 10.15am-3.30pm Monday 16 November 2026, The Curragh Racecourse.
- 10.15am-3.30pm Thursday 10 December 2026, Cork Racecourse.
Sign up now via the form below. You should receive a confirmation email. This may take a few minutes.
For further information, please contact HRI Health & Safety Business Partner Colin Kehoe: ckehoe@hri.ie | 0864425226
Health, Safety and Well-being Guide for THE Horse breeding and Racing Sectors
A comprehensive guide covering:
- Insurance implications.
- Health and safety legislation in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
- Specific responsibilities of industry staff members and general responsibilities of all employees.
- Safety statements and the principles of risk management.
- Policies and SOPs, with examples and samples of such documents.
- Induction and training programmes, including health, safety and well-being programmes and employee welfare.
- Emergency planning and procedures.
- Pandemic response planning.
- Accident reporting and general record keeping.
Limited numbers of print copies can be posted to interested parties. Contact ckehoe@hri.ie or call 0864425226.
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