Judging Panel
An independent panel of recognised and expert judges, representing the Health & Safety profession, will determine the winners of the Health & Safety Excellence Awards.
We understand the importance of a fair and objective judging process. That's why we assemble a prestigious panel of industry leaders, renowned for their extensive knowledge, enthusiasm, and expertise in the health and safety industry.
Our selection process is meticulous. Judges are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and declare any potential conflicts of interest. Entries with conflicts are reassigned, ensuring complete impartiality.
This unwavering commitment to integrity is the foundation of our awards programme. Become a part of recognising industry excellence. If you're interested in joining the judging panel, email your details to judges@businessriver.com
2026 Judging Panel
victor hrymak (Judging Coordinator)
Lecturer in Environmental Health & Safety, TU Dublin
Dr Victor Hrymak has over 30 years of experience working in Environmental Health and Safety. He remains an active workplace safety researcher, consultant and expert witness. He has worked with the European Commission and the European Agency for Safety & Health holding “expert” status in occupation VIEW MORE
Conor Buggy
Associate Professor, University College Dublin
Director of the UCD Centre for Safety and Health at Work / Associate Professor in Occupational and Environmental Studies VIEW MORE
Derval Cumiskey
Lecturer, University College Dublin
Dr. Derval Cumiskey is a scientist with academic experience at UCD. She is a lecturer with the UCD Centre for Safety and Health at Work. VIEW MORE
Caleb Leduc
Lecturer in Occupational Health, University College Cork
Dr Caleb Leduc is a Lecturer in Occupational Health and Academic Director of the MSc in Occupational Health (blended) programme within the School of Public Health at University College Cork. Dr Leduc also serves on the Executive Committee of the European Academy of Occupational Health Psychology. VIEW MORE
Blaithin McGrath
Atlantic Technological University -Sligo, Atlantic Technological University -Sligo
Blaithin Mc Grath, Lecturer, Atlantic Technological University Sligo. Blaithin has extensive experience as an OSH professional and academic. She is a senior lecturer in the Department of Environmental Science on Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. VIEW MORE
Susan O Connor
Health and Safety Manager, Sodexo
Susan is an experienced Health and Safety Manager with a demonstrated history of nearly 20 years working in the Facilities industry. Susan started her career in health and safety in 2010, and holds a Masters in Occupational Health and Safety. VIEW MORE
Eddie Ronayne
Head of Safety and Wellbeing, Cork County Council
Eddie Ronayne has over 25 years’ experience in OH&S. As head of safety & wellbeing in Cork County Council for 25 years, Eddie was instrumental in leading Cork Co. Co. to full certification of its SMS to ISO 45001 and its wellbeing program to the IBEC Keepwell Mark. VIEW MORE
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