What are the basic terms that apply to risk assessment?
A hazard
A hazardous event
Likelihood
The consequence
What is risk?
A combination of likelihood and consequence
What does a RA enable you to do?
Tells you if you are doing enough to protect your workforce and others from harm
Meet your legal requirements
Demonstrates good business practice and improves performance
What do you need to do when carrying out a RA. Name the five steps?
Identify hazards Estimate the risk Evaluate the risk Record your findings Review your findings