Risk assessment

Risk assessment - podium stepsPodium steps are rapidly taking the place of stepladders. Use our risk assessment to identify when and how to use them.On highSince the introduction of the Work at Height Regulations 2005, in many sectors stepladders and... Read more

Risk assessment - noiseIf your workplace or activities are noisy, you must undertake a risk assessment. Fortunately, you can begin this process without the need for complicated noise measurements by using our assessment template. Why use it?High leve... Read more

Risk assessment - cleaning - generalCleaning can present risks to staff which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards associated with cleaning, e.g... Read more

Detailed assessment - pushing and pullingIf your staff complete tasks which may involve significant manual handling, notably pushing and pulling, you need to take a close look at the risks involved and identify ways of carrying them out safely.Detail... Read more

Detailed assessment - lifting and carryingIf your staff complete tasks which may involve significant manual handing, you need to take a close look at the risks involved and identify ways of completing them safely. Detailed assessmentThe risks associa... Read more

Risk assessment management checklistContrary to popular belief, the risk assessment process is not a one-off event. It's something that must be monitored and managed constantly. To ensure that you stay in control, use our Risk Assessment Management Ch... Read more

Load handling - preliminary risk assessmentIf your staff are involved in handling loads and there's a possibility of injury, then you'll need our load handling - preliminary risk assessment form.When to use the formAccording to the Manual Handling Oper... Read more