He received the accolade for his compassionate handling of a distressing situation.
A staff member at Kildare Town train station has been awarded the Safety Individual of the Year Award for responding to a sensitive situation that could have ended in a serious incident.
Paul Mooney was recognised at the Iarnród Éireann Health and Safety Awards.
He received the accolade for his compassionate handling of a distressing situation involving a member of the public, which prevented a potential crisis.
Director of Health and Safety, Kay Doyle, commended Mooney's professionalism and handling of the situation.

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