Leading the Way in Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
Ibec is the trusted voice of employers in shaping Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) policy at national and EU level—so your business can influence decisions that matter.
We actively represent members on key developments, from European Directives to emerging issues like climate change and mental health at work, ensuring OSH regulations remain balanced, practical, and business-focused.
By working closely with Ibec’s trade associations, we bring sector-specific concerns directly to policymakers—amplifying your voice. We also support members in achieving high OSH standards through benchmarking, working groups, and networking events that keep your business informed, connected, and ahead of the curve.
Influencing OSH policy at National & EU Level
Ibec actively participates in key European committees related to workplace safety and health, allowing early insights about upcoming EU legislative changes affecting businesses.
- European Commissions’ Advisory Committee on Safety and Health
- European Agency for Safety and Health (EU-OSHA)
- The Health and Safety Authority and other national committees
Member policy engagement and sector networking
Ibec’s OSH member forums offers a uniquely practical and influential edge—blending policy insight, sector expertise, and peer connection to help employers lead with confidence.
The OSH Policy Committee is composed of members across the Ibec membership representing all major sectors. They are a key channel to devise policy and lobbying strategies. Members benefit from influence, profile, networking, benchmarking opportunities and best practice guidance.
Our vibrant OSH networks are a vital part of Ibec membership. You can communicate with like-minded occupational safety and health professionals regionally and within specific industries. It's a great way to make new contacts, attend events and share best practice. Some of our member OSH networks include:
- Facilities Managers Network
- Retail Ireland OSH committee
- Medtech & Engineering OSH committee
- BPCI EHS committee
- Technology Ireland HR forum
- Aircraft Leasing Ireland HR forum
- Meat Industry Ireland forum
Ibec expert
Michael is the chairperson of the Management & Executive Boards of the European Agency for Safety & Health at Work (EU-OSHA), and an employer representative on the European Commissions’ Advisory Committee on Safety & Health (ACSH).
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Head of Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) Member Services Ibec
What our members say
Being a member of the Ibec OSH Policy Committee has meant that ESB stayed informed of changes to current and future OSH requirements and learned and shared with other member companies too
Ibec Academy OSH Diploma course is informative. The tutors are knowledgeable and very experienced. The delivery and format is very clear. I really enjoyed the course from start to finish.
Ibec’s knowledge and experience in a wide range of occupational safety and health topics has helped to guide us on a number of our health and safety policies and procedures.
