Risk Assessments

Course Description

 

This Risk Assessments course provides a clear and practical introduction to the risk assessment process. It explains why risk assessments are vital for workplace safety, outlines legal obligations, and guides learners through the five key steps to conducting an effective assessment. The course is designed to help individuals recognise potential hazards, evaluate associated risks, and implement appropriate control measures.

Who is this for?

This course is designed for anyone responsible for managing workplace safety, including supervisors, team leaders, managers, and health and safety representatives. It’s also beneficial for employees who are required to carry out or participate in risk assessments as part of their role. The course is suitable for all industries and sectors.

Course Content:

• Introduction to Risk Assessments
• Legal Duties and Responsibilities
• Understanding Hazards and Risks
• The Five Steps to Risk Assessment
• 1. Identifying Hazards
• 2. Deciding Who Might Be Harmed and How
• 3. Evaluating the Risks and Deciding on Precautions
• 4. Recording Your Findings
• 5. Reviewing and Updating Assessments
• Practical Examples of Workplace Risk Assessments
• Hierarchy of Control Measures
• Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
• Communicating and Implementing Risk Controls

Course Benefits:

• Empowers staff to identify and manage workplace hazards effectively
• Improves compliance with health and safety legislation
• Helps create a safer and more proactive work environment
• Reduces the likelihood of accidents and incidents
• Supports legal defence through proper documentation and review
• Provides a structured framework for consistent safety management