Risk Assessments
Protect Your Business and Stay Compliant
Every business faces risks, but managing them effectively is crucial. Ensure you meet legal requirements and create a safe working environment with professional risk assessments tailored to your business. Ready to protect your workforce and avoid costly fines? Book your free 30-minute Health & Safety check today.
Why Are Risk Assessments Essential?
Risk assessments are more than just paperwork—they’re a legal requirement under the Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999. They help you identify workplace hazards, assess the risks, and take the necessary steps to prevent harm.
If your business employs five or more people, written risk assessments are mandatory. Without them, you could face fines, prosecution, or increased workplace incidents.
What is a Risk Assessment?
A Risk Assessment is a practical, structured process that identifies potential hazards in your workplace and evaluates the likelihood and severity of harm. It ensures your business takes adequate measures to protect your employees, visitors, and contractors.
Key Features of a Risk Assessment:
✅ Identifies hazards that could cause harm.
✅ Evaluates risks to determine if current controls are sufficient.
✅ Recommends actions to minimise or eliminate risks.
Whether you’re in an office, warehouse, or construction site, every workplace has unique risks. A comprehensive risk assessment ensures that you manage these risks effectively and comply with legal requirements.
The 5 Steps to Risk Assessment
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) outlines a simple 5-step process for creating effective risk assessments:
1️⃣ Identify Hazards: Recognise anything in your workplace that could cause harm.
2️⃣ Decide Who Might Be Harmed and How: Include employees, contractors, visitors, and others.
3️⃣ Evaluate the Risks: Assess how likely and severe the risks are and determine if existing controls are adequate.
4️⃣ Record Your Findings: If you have five or more employees, document your findings and share them.
5️⃣ Review and Update Regularly: Reassess whenever your workplace or operations change.
Why Written Risk Assessments Are Vital
If your business employs five or more people, written risk assessments are a legal obligation. They demonstrate that you’ve taken reasonable steps to identify and control risks in your workplace.
Even if you employ fewer than five people, many clients and procurement policies require documented risk assessments as part of their criteria for working with you.
Consequences of Non-Compliance:
🚨 Significant fines or prosecution.
🚨 Increased risk of workplace accidents, injuries, or illnesses.
🚨 Potential loss of business opportunities or damage to your reputation.
Why Choose SVC Safety Solutions?
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Comprehensive Support: From creation to review, we handle every aspect of your risk assessments.
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Industry Knowledge: We understand the unique challenges of various sectors, from construction to offices.
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Clear Communication: We make health and safety straightforward and manageable for your business.
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Proactive Updates: Stay ahead of legal changes and workplace risks with our ongoing support.
We’re here to help you navigate the process, ensuring compliance and safeguarding your team.
How SVC Safety Solutions Can Help
At SVC Safety Solutions, we take the complexity out of risk assessments. Our experienced consultants work across industries including construction, warehousing, agriculture, and more.
Here’s how we support your business:
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Create Tailored Risk Assessments: We help you produce clear, compliant, and easy-to-understand documents.
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Review Existing Assessments: We assess and update your current risk assessments to ensure they’re effective and meet legal standards.
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Industry-Specific Expertise: With years of experience, we quickly identify common risks and practical solutions for your sector.
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Straightforward Guidance: No jargon—just clear, actionable advice.
Get Started Today
Don’t leave workplace safety to chance. Get expert help with your risk assessments and create a safer, legally compliant workplace.
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Call us today on 01206 262117 for a no-obligation chat.
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Or book your free consultation now by clicking the button below.
At SVC Safety Solutions, we’re here to make health and safety sensible, personal, and organised.
Take action today—book your Health & Safety check and protect your workforce.