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What is risk assessment?

This is a process which involves identification of hazards present within the workplace, assessment of the level of risk involved and evaluation of the control measures necessary to prevent risks occurring.

The Health and Safety Authority Ireland (HSA) defines a hazard as something which has the potential to cause harm and defines risk as the likelihood of the hazard occurring.

Why do I need to undertake risk assessment?

Risk assessment is required under Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, section 19 and section 20, and is an essential tool in the development of risk management strategies.

How can HealthForce help you?

HealthForce can carry out risk assessment within your organisation or arrange audit of your present risk management strategies in line with current legislation.

We carry out Hazard Identifications and Risk Assessment in all types of work situations and our packages are designed to meet the needs of the client company.

We will provide you with a comprehensive report detailing clear recommendations and areas of high priority.

Assistance can be given with specific issues which arise from the assessment process e.g. aspects of safety training, ergonomic workstation assessments and health surveillance.