Course goal: This course aims to introduce, develop and increase learners’ knowledge and awareness of the importance of Risk Assessment and how it can reduce the likelihood of accidents in the workplace. 
 
  Learning Objectives
 
  LO1  Explain the principles of, and steps involved in, the Risk Assessment process
 
  LO2  Explain that employers have a responsibility for completing Risk Assessments and that employees have a duty to follow Risk Assessment outcomes 
 
  LO3  Identify a typical Risk Assessment form    
 
  LO4  Explain the requirements of the Risk Assessment team 
 
  LO5  Recognise and explain Risk Assessment terminology
 
  LO6  Identify the different steps within the Risk Assessment process 
 
  LO7  Identify common, industry-specific hazards
 
  LO8  Determine the appropriate level of Risk Assessment that may be required
 
  LO9  Explain how to use a Risk Matrix to evaluate the level of risk
 
  LO10  Explain how to identify appropriate control measures based on the Hierarchy of Control
 
  LO11  Explain what is meant by ‘Initial Risk’ and ‘Residual Risk’
 
  LO12  Describe what to do if any Residual Risk remains too high
 
  LO13  Explain how to carry out a Personal Risk Assessment and recognise its importance before each task 
 
  LO14  Explain the importance of Dynamic Risk Assessment  
 
  LO15  Identify situations where ‘Stopping the Job’ may apply
 
  LO16  Explain the importance of communicating the outcomes of a Risk Assessment  
 
  LO17  Understand the importance of communicating ‘Lessons Learned’