Risk Assessment

Overview

This qualification is designed to be an introduction to the principles of Risk Assessment. It covers why risk assessments are necessary, the legal requirements relating to risk assessments and simple processes for carrying out a risk assessment.

Course Objectives

This course is designed for learners working in any environment who need to be more risk aware by raising their knowledge of risk in the workplace and basic things they can do to control it.

Agenda

• Ability to contribute both to the maintenance of a safe work environment and to the process of formal risk assessment
• Understand the legal requirements for risk assessment
• Understand the principles of risk assessment including: Hazards, risks and control measures
• The five steps of risk assessment
• The hierarchy of control
• Risk assessment review and record keeping

Progression

Level 2 Award in Health & Safety