Five steps to risk assessment

There is no set way of undertaking a risk assessment but the simplest and most straightforward way is to consider:

• what may cause harm in your workplace,
• who may be harmed,
• how accidents could happen
• the actions that you will need to take

• recording your findings. 

Remember a risk assessment is only effective if you and your staff act on the findings. It is important you follow through with any actions required and review the assessment on a regular basis.