Risk Assessment
Risk assessment is not just a legal requirement it is the process that determines whether hazards at work are identified before they cause harm, and whether the right controls are in place to prevent them. This IOSH-approved course explains why risk assessments are required, when they must be carried out, how to work through the five-step process and how to use a risk assessment tool to assign risk ratings and implement controls. Completed entirely online, it supports compliance with the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. Practical application may require additional face-to-face training.
• Why assess risks?
The legal basis for risk assessment under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, what a risk assessment is designed to achieve and the consequences of failing to carry one out or carrying one out inadequately.
• When to assess risks
The circumstances that trigger the requirement for a risk assessment, how to determine when one is necessary and when an existing assessment needs to be reviewed or updated.
• The five steps to risk assessment
How to work through the five-step risk assessment process — identifying hazards, deciding who might be harmed and how, evaluating risks and deciding on controls, recording findings, and reviewing and updating the assessment.
• Risk assessment tool
How to use a risk assessment tool in practice, including assigning risk ratings, recording significant findings, creating a plan of action for identified hazards and maintaining records in a format that meets legal requirements.
• Assessment
Online knowledge checks completed throughout the course.
Online e-learning course delivered with interactive content, practical examples and guidance on performing risk assessments and implementing control measures. Allows completion at the learner's own pace. Practical application may require additional face-to-use training.
Employees, supervisors and managers responsible for identifying hazards, carrying out risk assessments and managing workplace safety.
No prerequisites required.