IWIN partners with Peninsula to strengthen HR and Safety support
Irish Wood & Interiors Network welcomes Peninsula as a new sponsor, bringing expert HR, employment law, and Health & Safety support to its members — helping businesses grow with confidence while staying compliant.
Peninsula is one of Ireland’s leading providers of HR, employment law, and Health & Safety services. With offices in Dublin and Cork, and serving businesses nationwide, the company offers:
- Specialist advice on contracts, policies, and documentation.
- Unlimited HR and Health & Safety support from its team of Irish experts.
- In-person and online safety services, including risk assessments and training.
- Litigation protection through Peninsula Protect.
The company’s guiding principle is that good HR and Safety practices are not just about compliance – they protect people, safeguard reputations, and support growth.
Conal Joseph Caulfield, Partnership Executive at Peninsula, says: “Our mission has always been to protect employers and their teams by making HR and Health & Safety simple, compliant, and proactive. By partnering with IWIN, we can bring that expertise directly into the wood and interiors sector — an industry that combines creativity with complex operational demands.”
Why the partnership matters
The Irish wood and interiors industry is recognised globally for its craftsmanship and design. But businesses in the sector face challenges such as:
- Evolving employment law
- Strict Health & Safety requirements in workshops and fit-out projects
- Pressure to attract and retain skilled staff
Maintaining compliant contracts and policies
Peninsula’s sponsorship (partnership) shows its commitment to helping businesses address these challenges with proactive support.
Caulfield noted: “Business leaders in the wood and interiors sector want to focus on design, production, and growth — not lose sleep over contracts, tribunal risks, or safety compliance. Our goal is to give IWIN members the confidence and peace of mind so they can to concentrate on what they do best.”
- Benefits for members: through this partnership, IWIN members can expect:
- Tailored advice: Guidance specific to woodworking, fit-out, and interiors businesses
- Training and webinars: Regular sessions on legislation, safe practice, and staff management
- Risk assessments: Practical support to reduce hazards and improve compliance
- Documentation: Contracts, policies, and handbooks drafted to Irish standards
- Litigation protection: Safeguards against costly disputes and claims
Caulfield explained: “Our services are designed to be proactive. That means spotting risks before they turn into issues, whether that’s a gap in a handbook, an outdated contract, or a missing safety check. Prevention is always better than cure, especially in industries with physical risk like woodworking and fit-out.”
Supporting IWIN’s vision
IWIN provides a platform for collaboration, supply chain development, and growth across the wood and interiors industry. Peninsula strengthens this mission by:
- Freeing members to focus on innovation while staying compliant
- Enhancing reputation through strong HR and Safety practice
- Supporting safe workforce development and skills growth
Looking ahead
In the months ahead, Peninsula will deliver webinars tailored to IWIN members, publish practical risk-assessment guides and provide direct access to its 24/7 advice line and compliance tools (support).
Caulfield summed up the Peninsula commitment: “This partnership gives IWIN members more than advice – it gives them confidence. We are proud to stand alongside Ireland’s wood and interiors sector as a trusted partner in compliance, safety, and growth.”
Conclusion
With Peninsula as sponsor, IWIN members can expect practical support that turns compliance into an asset. This partnership ensures businesses across the wood and interiors sector are equipped with the expertise and reassurance they need to succeed, delivering safer workplaces, stronger compliance, and greater opportunities.
“At Peninsula, we want to work hand in hand with IWIN to ensure members have the support they need to grow safely, compliantly, and confidently in a fast-changing marketplace.” Conal Joseph Caulfield, Partnership Executive, Peninsula
www.peninsulaireland.com
