Risk Assessment

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About Course

Risk assessment is the foundation of health and safety at work. This course explains what the law requires, the difference between a hazard and a risk, and how to carry out a simple, effective risk assessment using HSE’s five steps: identify hazards, assess the risks, control the risks, record your findings and review the controls.

It is suitable for managers, supervisors, small business owners, health and safety representatives and anyone asked to help with risk assessments.

The course ends with a timed assessment. You need 80% to pass and can review every answer when you finish.

What Will You Learn?

  • What the law requires for risk assessment The difference between a hazard and a risk HSE’s five steps to managing risk How to choose controls using the hierarchy of control When and how to record and review your assessment

Course Content

Risk Assessment Basics
The law and key terms.

  • What the law requires
  • Hazards and risks

The Five Steps
HSE’s practical approach.

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

Final Assessment
A timed assessment to check your understanding.

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