The move follows an extensive investigation by HSA inspectors, who found conditions so "serious" that court intervention was deemed necessary.
The Health and Safety Authority has secured a High Court order to shut down a construction site in Kilcock due to serious safety concerns.
The order, granted with the consent of the site owner under Section 71 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, prohibits any further work on the Bridge Street site until urgent safety measures are implemented.
The move follows an extensive investigation by HSA inspectors, who found conditions so "serious" that court intervention was deemed necessary.
HSA Interim CEO Mark Cullen said the decision was not taken lightly, but said that the Authority is "legally and morally compelled to act" when lives are at risk. He warned that invoking Section 71 powers is reserved for only the most serious breaches of health and safety law.
The site will remain closed until all risks are fully addressed and compliance is independently verified.
The HSA is urging all employers to prioritise safety and strictly adhere to regulations.
Kildare Father-To-Be Discovers 500 Children Ahead Of Unborn Baby On Creche List
Locals At Risk As Ambulances Close To Kildare Areas Sent As Far As Cork, TD Warns
HSE’s Handling Of Kilcullen Building Shows Common Sense Sometimes "Not All That Common," Says Cllr
€700,000 Drug Haul, Including Crack Cocaine, Uncovered After Car Stop In Rathcoole/Citywest Area
260 Children With Additional Needs Still Without School Places As Politicians Begin Summer Break, Says TD
Council Refutes Claims Of Collecting Migrants From Airport And Offering Preferential Housing Treatment
Victory For Kilcullen: HSE Agrees In Principle To Hand Over Building Restored By Locals To Council
Connected Break-Ins Rock Leixlip: Gardaí Probe Early-Morning Crime Spree
