Managers and supervisors
People responsible for managing workplace hazards and teams.
CPD E-Learning
Risk Assessment
Learn how to identify hazards, evaluate risk and select effective workplace controls.
Develop practical confidence in the risk assessment process through accessible online learning covering risk ratings, risk matrices, reasonably practicable controls and the hierarchy of risk control.
Self-paced e-learningApprox. 5 hoursCPD certified
Why this course
A practical introduction to workplace risk assessment
Risk assessment is one of the foundations of effective health and safety management.
Every workplace contains hazards, but risk depends on who may be exposed, how exposure occurs, the likelihood and severity of harm, and the effectiveness of existing controls.
A good risk assessment helps organisations make informed decisions and focus resources on the risks that matter most.
Audience
Who is this course for?
Safety and facilities roles
Health and safety representatives and facilities managers.
Contributors
Employees and team leaders who contribute to workplace assessments.
New starters and owners
People beginning a safety career, small business owners and anyone new to risk assessment.
No previous health and safety qualification is required.
Learning outcomes
What will you learn?
- hazards, hazardous events and risk
- risk assessment purpose
- likelihood and consequence
- risk rating systems and matrices
- reasonably practicable controls
- the hierarchy of control
- risk reduction and residual risk
- common workplace hazards
- reviewing risk assessments
Course structure
Course content
Understanding hazards
The difference between a hazard and a risk and how work can result in harm.
Who may be affected
Employees, contractors, visitors and others who may be exposed.
Evaluating risk
Using likelihood and consequence to determine risk level.
Risk matrices
How rating systems support consistent decisions.
Selecting controls
Choosing suitable measures using the hierarchy of control.
Reasonably practicable measures
Balancing risk with the measures required to control it.
Residual risk
Understanding that controls reduce risk but may not remove it entirely.
Reviewing assessments
Reviewing when circumstances change or controls are inadequate.
Delivery
Flexible self-paced e-learning
Complete the programme online around your work and personal commitments. No scheduled classroom attendance is required.
Assessment
Assessment and certification
Learners complete an online multiple-choice assessment following the course.
Successful learners receive CPD certification from the CPD Certification Service. This is professional development and not a regulated qualification.
Progression
Related SHEC Learning® courses
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Do I need previous health and safety knowledge?
No. The programme is accessible to learners who are new to risk assessment.
Will the course teach me how risk assessment works?
Yes. It explains hazard identification, risk evaluation and suitable controls.
Is there an assessment?
Yes. Learners complete an online assessment.
How long does the course take?
The learning programme is approximately five hours.
Is it a regulated qualification?
No. It is a CPD professional development course.
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Build practical risk assessment knowledge
Learn a structured approach to identifying, evaluating and controlling workplace risks.
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