Risk Assessment

What is Risk Assessment Method Statement (RAMS)?

In this guide, we’ll look at what RAMS stands for, what the benefits are, and how to create these safety document to help manage health and safety in your workplace.

When Should a Risk Assessment be Reviewed?

Let’s take a look at when a risk assessment is, when they should be reviewed, and who employers must report their findings to.

How to Complete a Risk Assessment

Employers must comply with the Health and Safety Executive’s ‘Risk Assessment: A Brief Guide on Controlling Risks in the Workplace’. Let’s take a look at what this includes:

Why are Risk Assessments Important?

Let’s take a look at what a risk assessment is, who carries them out, and why it’s important not to neglect these mandatory safety documents.

How is Veterinary Risk Assessment Conducted?

In this guide, we'll discuss hazards within a veterinary practice, safety measures you can take, and how Peninsula can help you with your risk assessment.

How to Conduct a Dental Surgery Risk Assessment

In this guide, we'll discuss why risk assessments are important, how to carry one out, and how Peninsula can help you.

Crane collapse on Falmouth Docks sees company fined £750k

A company responsible for a crane that collapsed onto Falmouth Docks has been fined £750,000 for putting more than 250 people at risk.

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The House of Lords played host to energy stakeholders recently, to discuss the role AI will play in the future of workplace health and safety

Employees bringing in their own electrical appliances

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Staying safe with sharp instruments

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New Health & Safety Regulations for Electromagnetic Fields

Read our article: 'New Health & Safety Regulations for Electromagnetic Fields'. Contact us today for more information about our Employment Law, Health & Safety, and HR services.

Working with electric and hybrid vehicles - The hazards you need to be aware of

Read our article: 'Working with electric and hybrid vehicles - The hazards you need to be aware of'. Contact us today for more information about our Employment Law, Health & Safety, and HR services.

Free Pregnancy Risk Assessment Template

As an employer, you have a legal duty to conduct a pregnancy risk assessment for both new and expectant mothers - download our free pregnancy risk assessment template today to find out how to.

Free Risk Assessment Template

Read our guide where we'll discuss the risk assessment process and guidelines for employers, as well as providing a free risk assessment template.

Employers are required to take reasonably practicable measures to protect the health, safety and welfare of their employees whilst they are at work.

Every employer and every person in control of shared premises where there are commercial relationships has a responsibility for fire safety arrangements and procedures at those premises.

Free Lone Working Risk Assessment Template

Lone workers are employees who perform their duties alone. Common examples include on a night shift at a petrol station, remote engineers, and paramedics.

Free Working From Home Risk Assessment Template

More and more people have been working from home in recent times. Whether it’s from an office space, the dining-room table, or a desk in the spare room, we class these workers as lone workers. This means they work remotely, without direct supervision, and perform work tasks separate from their colleagues.