WHS Risk Assessment Perth

Understand the Risks Within Your Workplace

Workplace hazards can change as your business grows, new equipment is introduced, work methods change or different people and contractors become involved in day-to-day operations. A risk assessment provides a structured way to understand what could go wrong and what should be done to reduce the chance of harm.

Elevate Safety Consulting provides practical WHS risk assessments in Perth tailored to the activities, environment and people within your business. Rather than relying on generic checklists, we focus on the actual work being performed and the controls that are relevant to your workplace.

What Does a WHS Risk Assessment Involve?

A workplace risk assessment considers the relationship between hazards, people and the work being undertaken. It helps your business determine which risks require attention and what controls may be appropriate.

Risk Assessments Based on Real Workplace Conditions

A useful risk assessment should reflect how work is actually carried out. This means considering the workplace layout, equipment, tasks, working environment, people involved and any changes that could influence safety.

For example, a warehouse may need to consider vehicle and pedestrian movements, forklift operations, loading areas and manual handling. A construction business may need to consider changing site conditions, plant, subcontractors, temporary works and high-risk activities.

The hazards will vary from one workplace to another, which is why risk assessments should be relevant to the specific business and work activities.

Workplace Hazards We Can Help Assess

• Plant, machinery and equipment
• Forklifts and workplace vehicles
• Manual handling activities
• Working at heights
• Slips, trips and falls
• Hazardous substances and chemicals
• Electrical hazards
• Workplace traffic
• Construction and high-risk activities
• Noise and environmental conditions
• Contractor activities
• Psychosocial hazards

Using the Hierarchy of Controls

Risk controls should be selected with the aim of reducing risk as effectively as reasonably practicable. The hierarchy of controls provides a framework for considering different ways to manage hazards.

Depending on the circumstances, controls may involve eliminating a hazard, substituting a safer option, introducing engineering controls, improving administrative controls or using personal protective equipment.

The most suitable approach will depend on the hazard, the work involved and the conditions within your workplace.

When Should You Review a Risk Assessment?

A risk assessment should remain relevant as your business and working environment change. A review may be appropriate when there is a significant change to the way work is performed or when existing controls are no longer considered effective.

• New machinery or equipment is introduced
• Work processes or tasks change
• The workplace is redesigned or relocated
• A workplace incident or near miss occurs
• A new hazard is identified
• Existing controls are not working as intended
• New contractors or work activities are introduced
• There is a significant change to the business

Practical Risk Management for Perth Businesses

Risk assessment is most valuable when it leads to meaningful action. Clear findings can help managers and workers understand which hazards require attention and what needs to be done to improve workplace safety.

Elevate Safety Consulting can help Perth businesses take a practical approach to identifying hazards, assessing risks and improving controls across a range of workplace environments.

Need Help With a WHS Risk Assessment?

If you are unsure whether your existing risk assessments reflect the risks within your workplace, professional advice can provide an independent perspective.

Contact Elevate Safety Consulting to discuss your workplace risk assessment requirements and find out how we can support your business across Perth and Western Australia.

If you require broader workplace health and safety advice, our WHS consulting services in Perth can provide additional support.