What is a risk assessment or JSA?

A risk assessment records the hazards of a task, how likely and serious the harm could be, and the controls you’ll use. A JSA (Job Safety Analysis) does the same thing by breaking the job into steps. You may also see it called a JSEA or task risk assessment. Our templates work as any of these.

What’s the difference between a risk assessment and a SWMS?

A SWMS is legally required for high risk construction work, such as work at heights over 2 metres, trenching deeper than 1.5 metres or work near energised electrical installations. A risk assessment or JSA suits any other work. If the job is high risk construction work, use a SWMS instead.

Do I have to have a risk assessment?

WHS laws require you to identify hazards and manage the risks in your work. Writing a risk assessment isn’t required for every task, but it’s one of the clearest ways to show how you’ve done it. Clients, head contractors and insurers also often ask for one.

Do I need to edit the risk assessment before using it?

Yes. Add your business details, check the hazards and controls match your workplace and task, and change anything that doesn’t fit. Consult the workers who’ll do the job before you finalise it.

Can I add my logo and company name?

Yes. Every risk assessment is a Word document with space for your logo, business details, area and risk assessment number.

What should my risk assessment number be?

Use whatever numbering suits your business, for example RA-001, RA-002. Keep it consistent so you can track versions and reviews.

How often should I review my risk assessments?

Review them whenever the task, equipment, people or site changes, after an incident or near miss, and when a worker raises a concern. Many businesses also do a scheduled review every 12 months.

Will these work for contractor prequalification?

Yes. They’re set out the way clients and portals such as Avetta and Cm3 expect to see a risk assessment or JSA. Each portal sets its own requirements, so check what yours asks for.

Should I buy single risk assessments or a bundle?

If you need more than 4 risk assessments for your industry, the bundle is better value. Each bundle is $297, which works out to just a few dollars per risk assessment.

What if a risk assessment doesn’t suit my work?

You’re covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if it isn’t fit for purpose. We also include 12 months free phone and email support.

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Pre-Filled Risk Assessments for the Work Your Team Does

A task risk assessment, also called a JSA (Job Safety Analysis), breaks a job into steps, identifies the hazards in each one and records how you control them. Our templates come pre-filled with the work activities, hazards, control measures and risk ratings for each task. Add your details, check each one suits your workplace, consult your workers, and you’re ready to go.

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Overview:

Every risk assessment is a ready-to-use Microsoft Word template, written by WHS specialists and aligned to Australian WHS legislation. It suits all states and territories, including Victoria under the OHS Act and Regulations. You’ll get your download straight away, plus an email with your link, the step-by-step implementation guide and a free list of relevant legislation and codes of practice.

What’s In Every Risk Assessment?

Business, department or area and site details, with space for your risk assessment number
The persons who may be affected by the work
Hazards and control measures for each work activity
Risk ratings before and after controls, using a 5x5 risk matrix
The hierarchy of controls, so you can show how each control was chosen
PPE requirements checklist
Plant and equipment list, with inspection and maintenance checks
Space to add the codes of practice and standards that apply in your state or territory
Site specific hazards section for anything unique to your job
Further controls action plan to track anything still to be done
Worker sign-off sheet and worker consultation record

Who Are These Risk Assessments For?

Small and medium businesses that need written risk assessments for their everyday work. That includes cleaning, hospitality and events, retail, transport and warehousing, manufacturing and workshops, agriculture, property maintenance, security, pest control and more.

Use them to:

Hand clients the risk assessment or JSA they ask for, without the scramble
Apply for tenders, contracts and supplier panels
Get through prequalification with Avetta, Cm3 and other contractor portals
Show auditors and insurers how you manage the risks in your work
Brief your team on the job steps and controls before work starts

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