General Office Risk Assessment

Our office risk assessment has been written by IOSH and NEBOSH qualified safety professionals. The document is instantly downloaded and sent to your email address and can be edited to meet your business’s needs.  

In an office environment, there are safety and ergonomic health hazards such as stress, burnout, maintenance works, electrical equipment, space constraints etc. – so it’s important you can properly manage them and keep your people safe during their day. 

There are several regulations including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 which outline what your responsibilities are when it comes to office safety.

To download your FREE Office Risk Assessment Template, simply fill out your details in the form opposite.

Office Risk Assessment 

Our office risk assessment has been written by IOSH and NEBOSH-qualified safety professionals. The document is instantly downloaded and sent to your email address and can be edited to meet your business’s needs.  

What is an office risk assessment? 

An office risk assessment is a systematic evaluation of potential hazards and risks within a workplace environment, specifically focusing on office settings. Its purpose is to identify, analyse, and prioritise risks that could cause harm to employees, visitors, or the business itself. By conducting an office risk assessment, employers can implement appropriate control measures to ensure a safe and healthy office space. 

Interested in learning more? Check out our full guide to risk assessments. 

What are the most common office hazards? 

In an office environment, there are many safety and ergonomic health hazards, so it’s important you can properly manage them and keep your people safe during their day. Some of the most common office hazards and risks include: 

• Slips, trips and falls
• Ergonomic risks (e.g. poorly designed workstations, space constraints and improper seating) 
• Electrical hazards (e.g. faulty wiring, overloaded outlets and exposed components)
• Stress and burnout 
• Falling from height 
• Fire hazards (e.g. flammable materials and blocked fire exits) 

Enrol in our Office Safety Essentials E-Learning Course to understand the risks in your office. 

What are employers’ Health and Safety responsibilities? 

There are several regulations including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 which outline your responsibilities regarding office safety.

These encompass ensuring a secure work environment, designating capable safety representatives, regularly assessing risks, enforcing policies, setting up emergency procedures, delivering thorough Health and Safety training, and undertaking various other measures—all aimed at safeguarding the well-being of every employee.

Our Office Risk Assessment Template

Our Office Risk Assessment Template is a useful tool for employers and managers to effectively identify and address hazards associated with office environments. You won’t need to invest hours in crafting a new document from scratch either, as this clear, easy-to-read template contains all the necessary information for:

• Identifying and recording risks in your office. 
• Putting the right control measures in place to minimise overall business risk. 
• Demonstrate compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999, as well as other legislation.

To download your FREE Office Risk Assessment Template, simply fill out your details in the form opposite.

Need extra support?

We understand that managing your HR and Health & Safety measures can often feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here at HS Direct, we specialise in supporting businesses across all industries with their responsibilities and we can help you with yours – so your employees stay safe at work and your business stays compliant. To speak to one of our experts, you can call us on 0161 464 8962 or you can request a callback and we’ll be in touch at a time that suits you.