Two Approaches To Risk Assessment

Before I begin on describing two approaches to risk assessment I am going to explain what risk assessment is;

Risk assessment is an assessment or an evaluation of risk which according to businessdictionary.com (2015) is “A probability or threat of damage, injury, liability, loss, or any other negative occurrence that is caused by external or internal vulnerabilities, and that may be avoided through pre-emptive action”

When doing a risk assessment you should always take a few things into consideration including;

• Who is exposed e.g clients

• Are they vulnerable?

• Will they be unable to manage

• Weakness or unable to participate

• Consent Morris, T (2010)

Risks always depend on circumstances also;

High Risk: A good chance of injury occurring, with the injury being very serious.

Medium Risk: Some chance of it happening, with the injury being quite serious. Low Risk: A very little chance of it happening, and it would result in a minor injury.

According to Morris, T (2010) “You should also analyse how serious the

Someone competent must be selected to take on this role, who can advise on health and safety. They should be selected on basis of having knowledge and experience. To ensure health and safety there must be objectives set, and constant assessing of risks. This will develop a safe culture in the work place, where the employer and employees think safely and work safely. Monitor things constantly so you can stop a hazard from happening, and this will also maintain a high standard of safety. You may put yourself forward if you feel you are a suitable candidate. If the business is small there may be no one that is suitable for the position and you may need to seek external help. The premises must be “reasonably practised”. This means to have exercised care after identifying hazards after the risk assessment have put into place appropriate measures to combat the hazards and put in place preventative