An Introduction to Risk Assessment

Health and safety is a serious business in today’s compensation culture. Risk assessments help to identify hazards and implement controls to ensure your workforce stays safe.

This course introduces managers and supervisors to the seven key steps to risk assessment and covers:

• Hazard identification
• Risk evaluation
• Identification and implementation of control measures
• Communication
• Monitoring and reviewing risk assessments

Lesson Plan

This training includes learning activities supported by graphics and animations. It is structured into the following sections:

• Introduction and background
• The risk assessment process
• Hazards and risks – the seven steps

Duration

Approximately 2 hours. However, the learning is self-paced so the course can be completed at your convenience and your progress will be recorded throughout.

Target Audience

This training is designed for employees who are responsible for undertaking risk assessments.  

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Accreditation

This course content has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

Certification

Once you have successfully completed your course you can download and print your Virtual College certificate.