Occupational health physicians in the Republic of Ireland face unique challenges and responsibilities when navigating the complex intersection of occupational medicine, health & safety and employment law. Existing resources are fragmented, with many referencing UK legislation. Occupational health physicians require a specialised, Ireland-specific resource that consolidates health & safety law, employment law, and workplace hazard regulations into one comprehensive reference.
IRISH LAW FOR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PHYSICIANS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE is a structured, easy-to-use, quick-reference text that informs occupational health physicians on relevant Irish legal and regulatory requirements, highlighting and explaining key sections of law and regulations, and providing compliance frameworks for day-to-day use.
As a practicing Specialist in Occupational Medicine, Dr. Sujil Jacob has direct experience navigating the legal, regulatory, and ethical complexities of workplace health and safety in Ireland.