Workplace and Environment
So that you can deal with every employment, health & safety, risk assessment and environmental situation
Topics: Employment law, Health & safety, Risk assessment, Environmental document
Lone working People who work on their own should be at no more risk than other employees.Being safe whilst on your ownLone working brings its own specific risks, which could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law. To... Read more
07 May 2022
Using electric powered pallet trucksUsing electric powered pallet trucks presents risks to staff which could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards associated with using... Read more
01 Apr 2022
Safe use of circular sawsUse our template risk assessment to ensure safety when circular saws are in use.Dangerous equipmentTo make the assessment process as simple as possible, we've created a template Risk Assessment - Safe Use of Circular Saws. We'v... Read more
07 Mar 2022
General office dutiesAlthough an office is traditionally a low-risk environment, a few hazards do exist. Use our document to identify and manage them. Managing the risksAs such, we have followed its approach in our example Risk Assessment - General... Read more
22 Dec 2021
Personal risk assessmentWhen an individual staff member is at an increased risk of harm, you should carry out a personal risk assessment. Being cautiousWhen an employee has a chronic health condition or a disability you must ensure that your risk ass... Read more
07 May 2021
Risk assessment - use of a telehandlerTelehandlers are versatile machines used for moving loads, but if the driver is over-ambitious or inattentive, accidents can occur. Use our model risk assessment to ensure that yours is used safely.What's covered?... Read more
11 Feb 2021
Cleaning business premisesA good standard of cleaning protects all building users from hygiene hazards. Our risk assessment will help to ensure that your cleaning staff are protected while carrying out this essential work.The risks of cleaning workOu... Read more
05 Jun 2020
Risk assessment - stockroom operationsBadly organised stockrooms can easily become a fire trap and increase the risk of slipping and tripping. Use our template risk assessment to manage these issues.Control measuresTo ensure all significant risks and... Read more
11 Feb 2020
Display screen equipment (DSE) - workstation assessmentWhenever a new employee starts working with you or there are significant changes to the working environment, you should undertake a workstation assessment. You should also do this if an employee ... Read more
08 Oct 2019
Risk assessment - use of stepladdersStepladder accidents may involve falling from height, resulting in serious injuries and even death.Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards associated with stepladders and the appropriate ways of controll... Read more
23 Feb 2018