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What is RISK?     The harm done by exposure to hazards, and the likelihood and severity of that harm     What is RISK ASSESSMENT?     A systematic examination of the workplace, work activity, working environment and people at risk     Risk assessment identifies what could go wrong and how, in order to determine the measures needed to prevent it going wrong or minimise the harm done     What must be recorded?     The significant findings, including:       Hazards   People at risk from the hazards   How people may be harmed   Existing control (safety) measures and whether they are adequate   An assessment of the degree of risk   Action to be taken to adequately control the risk   Who carried out the assessment, when and where/of what     What skills and knowledge does RISK ASSESSMENT require?     Competence including:       An understanding of the topic being assessed   Technical/ legal knowledge   Knowing one’s own limitations and when to seek advice   Training but not necessarily qualifications     What kinds of RISKS must be assessed by law?     Specific risks including:       Fire risks in premises   Fire and explosion risks of dangerous substances   Manual handling   Display screen equipment workstations   Substances that are hazardous to health (COSHH)   Risks to expectant and new mothers   Risks to young persons   Work at height   Work in confined spaces   Exposure to noise   Exposure to vibration   Exposure to asbestos     General risks including:       The working environment   The safety of the workplace, housekeeping issues etc.   The use of machinery and equipment   Electrical risks   Tasks and operations carried out at work   Risks associated with working alone   Risks associated with dealing with the public   Anything else of significance, e.g. work near water, work with animals, very hot or cold materials or conditions, radiation etc.       Check how well your business complies   ð Click here More about how we can help  ð Click here Ask a question   ð Click here

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