Introduction to Risk Assessment

Course description

Risk assessment is a systematic method of looking at work activities and considering the things that could cause significant harm to people, property or the environment. The most important purpose of risk assessments is to help prevent accidents and ensure the safety of employees and anyone affected by workplace activities. At the end of this course, candidates will have an understanding of what a risk assessment is and how to complete one. To achieve this the course will define important terms, provide some basic background information to explain how important risk assessments are and discuss some of the legislation that applies. It will then go on to provide practical advice on how to identify hazards and analyse risk before finishing off by explaining the responsibilities of both employers and employees with regards to risk assessment. Course Module Module Name Pass % Number Required

Course content

1. 1The Basics Assessment
2. 2Legislation, Regulation and Civil Law Assessment
3. 3Strategy - Options and Elements Assessment
4. 4Identifying Hazards Assessment
5. 5Who Might Be Harmed and Evaluating the Assessment Risks
6. 6Evaluating Risk - The Practicalities Assessment
7. 7Recording and Reviewing Assessment
8. 8Management and Responsibilities Assessment