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Last Minute Risk Assessment for the United Kingdom

Last Minute Risk Assessment Template for England and Wales

A Last Minute Risk Assessment Template is a structured document used in England and Wales for conducting immediate pre-task safety evaluations. It complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and related regulations, providing a framework for quickly but thoroughly assessing risks before commencing urgent or modified work activities. The document enables workers and supervisors to identify immediate hazards, evaluate risks, and implement necessary control measures to ensure safe work practices.

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What is a Last Minute Risk Assessment?

The Last Minute Risk Assessment Template is designed for situations where work circumstances have changed or new risks have emerged that weren't covered in the original risk assessment. Under English and Welsh law, it serves as a crucial tool for maintaining workplace safety and legal compliance. The template enables quick but thorough evaluation of immediate risks, helping organizations fulfill their duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and related regulations. It's particularly valuable when standard risk assessments need rapid updating or when unexpected situations arise requiring immediate safety evaluation.

What sections should be included in a Last Minute Risk Assessment?

1. Assessment Details: Section capturing date, time, location, and assessor information for the risk assessment

2. Task Description: Detailed description of work to be undertaken including scope and methodology

3. Hazard Identification: Comprehensive list of immediate hazards present in the work environment

4. Risk Evaluation: Assessment of likelihood and severity of identified risks using standard risk matrix

5. Control Measures: Immediate actions and measures to be implemented to mitigate identified risks

6. Emergency Procedures: Detailed response plans and procedures for potential incidents or emergencies

What sections are optional to include in a Last Minute Risk Assessment?

1. Environmental Considerations: Additional section for identifying and managing environmental impacts when work is conducted outdoors or has potential environmental effects

2. Special Equipment Requirements: Section detailing specific equipment needs and safety measures when non-standard equipment is required

3. Permit Requirements: Section outlining necessary work permits and authorizations for special operations or restricted areas

What schedules should be included in a Last Minute Risk Assessment?

1. Risk Matrix: Standard grid for evaluating and categorizing risks based on likelihood and severity

2. Emergency Contact List: Comprehensive list of emergency contacts including first aiders, supervisors, and emergency services

3. PPE Checklist: Detailed checklist of required personal protective equipment for the specific task

4. Site Map: Layout diagram showing work area, emergency routes, and key safety equipment locations

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Genie AI | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

England and Wales

Publisher

Genie AI

Sector

Sales

Cost

Free to use
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Industries

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: The fundamental piece of health and safety legislation in the UK that establishes general duties for employers, employees, and self-employed persons

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Requires employers to conduct and maintain risk assessments, implement appropriate control measures, and regularly review safety procedures

Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: Specific legislation governing fire safety risk assessments and management in workplaces

Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992: Sets basic requirements for workplace conditions including ventilation, temperature, lighting, cleanliness, workstations, and facilities

Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992: Governs the provision and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the workplace

Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992: Covers the movement of objects by human effort and requirements for assessing and managing related risks

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002: Known as COSHH, requires employers to control substances that are hazardous to health in the workplace

Work at Height Regulations 2005: Specific requirements for managing and controlling risks associated with working at height

Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007: Establishes criminal liability for organizations where serious management failures result in fatality

GDPR/Data Protection Act 2018: Governs the collection and processing of personal data, relevant if personal information is collected during risk assessments

Equality Act 2010: Ensures risk assessments and safety measures do not discriminate against protected characteristics

Teams

Employer, Employee, Start Date, Job Title, Department, Location, Probationary Period, Notice Period, Salary, Overtime, Vacation Pay, Statutory Holidays, Benefits, Bonus, Expenses, Working Hours, Rest Breaks,  Leaves of Absence, Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition, Code of Conduct, Termination,  Severance Pay, Governing Law, Entire Agreemen

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