Risk assessment

Risk assessment - blankAlthough carrying out risk assessments is a legal requirement, it can be confusing for those unaware of what's really required. To help you complete the process use our blank form.Risk managementUnder the Management of Health an... Read more

COSHH/DSEAR assessment - used motor and transmission oilIf your staff are involved in handling used engine oils etc., you'll need to make sure that skin contact is kept to a minimum. For sensible precautions apply our assessment.AssessmentEmployers are... Read more

Safe use of hand tools  Accidents caused by the incorrect use of hand tools are common in the workplace. Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards and appropriate ways of controlling them, use our example Risk Assessment - Safe use of Hand ... Read more

Risk assessment - using bench-mounted abrasive wheelsUsing bench-mounted abrasive wheels 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 identi... Read more

Working from home (sewing and ironing)Failure to ensure that the seemingly minor risks associated with sewing and ironing are reduced to an acceptable level may result in accidents. Managing the risks To help you identify the hazards associated with ... Read more

Working at height If carried out incorrectly or by using the wrong type of access equipment, working at height could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law. Working at height safelyTo ensure that this doesn't happen, you ... Read more

Working in confined spaces Working in confined spaces can be extremely hazardous and may present particular risks to staff, including the potentially life-threatening build-up of toxic fumes and dusts.Residual riskIf these risks are left unmanaged, t... Read more

Risk assessment - removing graffitiRemoving graffiti activities 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... Read more

Warehouses (general access for visitors)Warehouses can present risks to visitors who may be unaware of the dangers from work activities within this environment. So use our document to highlight what can happen and what can be done to minimise the ris... Read more

Handling and storage of chemical substancesThe handling and storage of chemical substances may 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 i... Read more