Opening up your own business?
Are you compliant with the Health and Safety regulations?
The requirement for risk assessing the work place was first legally introduced in 1992. However the reality is that many small businesses fail to implement this tool necessary for preventing accidents and ill health in the workplace. Copying another company’s risk assessment will not satisfy the law and is easily identified as a ‘copy’ by the trained eye. Furthermore this will not protect your employees.
A quick risk assessment guide:
- Identify hazards in the workplace
- Consult your employees in the risk assessment process
- Identify risks introduced due to changes in the workplace
- Train staff in the new procedures and policies
- Set a date to review the risk assessment
These simple steps will help you meet the regulatory requirements set out by the Health and Safety Executive.
By Puveshni Pillay
