Sample Risk Assessment
General Office — Slips, Trips and Falls
Risk Assessment — Replacing 6 Broken Roof Tiles on Two-Storey Residential Property
RA-2026-0501Risk Assessment
Replacing 6 Broken Roof Tiles on Two-Storey Residential Property
Replacing 6 broken concrete or clay roof tiles on a 2-storey house
Assessor
Robert
Company
ABC Roofing Co.
Industry
Roofing
Assessment Date
1 May 2026
Review Date
1 May 2027
Reference
RA-2026-0501
1. Introduction & Scope
This assessment covers the replacement of 6 broken concrete or clay roof tiles on a two-storey residential dwelling. The work involves accessing the roof via ladder or scaffold tower, removing damaged tiles, and installing replacement tiles to match existing specification. The property is occupied during works. Location: domestic two-storey terraced or semi-detached house with pitched roof at approximately 6–7 metres ridge height. Workers: 2–5 qualified roofers holding valid CSCS cards; members of the public (householders and neighbours) may be present in adjacent areas. Duration: half working day (approximately 3–4 hours including setup and clearance).
2. Risk Rating Matrix (5×5)
Likelihood (1–5) × Severity (1–5)
| L \ S | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 |
| 4 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 20 |
| 3 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 15 |
| 2 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 |
| 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
3. Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
Hazard 1: Fall from height during roof access and work on pitched surface
HIGH (20)Who is at risk
Roofers at ~6–7 m height
Existing controls
CSCS cards held; Class 1 ladders inspected before use; safety footwear; ground-level roof condition survey
Additional controls required
Scaffold tower with double guardrails (950 mm & 470 mm) and toe boards; ladder secured at 1:4 angle, extending 1 m above landing; roof ladders with ridge hooks; exclusion zone with barriers; toolbox talk before work; no work above 25 mph wind, rain, ice or snow
Hazard 2: Falling objects striking persons below (tiles, tools, debris)
HIGH (16)Who is at risk
Householders, neighbours, ground operatives
Existing controls
Hard hats worn; householder warned verbally; tools in belts; broken tiles placed into rubble sacks
Additional controls required
Exclusion zone min. 3 m with barriers, cones and hazard tape; 'Danger Overhead Work' signage; debris netting on scaffold; rope-and-bucket system to lower materials — no throwing; dedicated ground operative to police zone; neighbours informed of schedule
Hazard 3: Manual handling injuries from lifting tiles, scaffold, ladders and equipment
MEDIUM (9)Who is at risk
All roofers transporting materials
Existing controls
Manual handling training completed; tiles carried in small batches; two-person lift for ladders and scaffold; sack trucks available
Additional controls required
Mechanical hoist or gin wheel to raise tiles; max 3–4 tiles per carry; clear access route maintained; kinetic lifting technique enforced; task rotation to avoid prolonged repetitive lifting
Hazard 4: Slips, trips and falls on ground level (uneven surfaces, cables, equipment)
MEDIUM (6)Who is at risk
All workers and householders on site
Existing controls
Site walkover on arrival; slip-resistant safety footwear; materials stored away from access routes; housekeeping briefing
Additional controls required
Dedicated storage area for materials and tools; barriers protecting site entrance from public footpath; inspection of access route after each material delivery; good housekeeping enforced throughout the day
Hazard 5: Contact with asbestos-containing materials in older roof structure or cement tiles
MEDIUM (10)Who is at risk
All roofers removing or handling tiles
Existing controls
Asbestos awareness certificates held; visual inspection before work; company register of known ACM properties; work stops immediately if ACM suspected
Additional controls required
Refurbishment & Demolition survey if property pre-dates 2000; stop-work procedure if fibrous material found; licensed contractor engaged for confirmed ACM removal; full PPE including FFP3 mask if risk present; waste disposed as controlled waste
Hazard 6: Adverse weather — high winds, rain, ice and extreme temperatures
MEDIUM (12)Who is at risk
Roofers on exposed pitched surface
Existing controls
Forecast checked on morning of work; supervisor authority to postpone; appropriate PPE worn; water available in vehicle
Additional controls required
Detailed forecast checked 24 h before and on morning; stop if wind >25 mph or gusts >35 mph; no work on ice, frost or snow; hydration breaks every hour above 25 °C; hi-vis waterproof clothing; gloves in cold/wet; all materials and tools secured against wind displacement
Hazard 7: Contact with overhead electrical cables during ladder placement
MEDIUM (10)Who is at risk
Roofers positioning ladders and scaffold towers
Existing controls
Site survey before equipment positioning; operatives briefed to look up before raising ladders; min. 3 m exclusion zone from visible cables
Additional controls required
Identify all overhead cables and measure clearance; maintain ≥3 m from ≤33 kV, ≥5 m from >33 kV; mark exclusion zones on ground; non-conductive fibreglass ladders near cables; contact DNO if clearance cannot be achieved; trained banksman to supervise movements near cables
Hazard 8: Inadequate emergency arrangements — first aid, fire response and rescue from height
MEDIUM (8)Who is at risk
All workers and householders
Existing controls
First aid kit in vehicle; mobile phones carried; nearest hospital location known; fire extinguisher in vehicle; emergency contacts displayed
Additional controls required
Minimum one operative holds valid EFAW certificate; confirm mobile signal before starting; record exact address and nearest cross-street for emergency services; rescue plan for person injured at height; vehicle access route kept clear; buddy system with 30-minute check-in calls if lone working; all incidents recorded in accident book; RIDDOR reports submitted within required timescales
4. Relevant Legislation
- — Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
- — Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
- — Work at Height Regulations 2005
- — Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
- — Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
- — Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- — Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992
- — Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
- — Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
- — RIDDOR 2013
5. Declaration & Sign-off
This risk assessment has been prepared following the HSE 5-step methodology (INDG163) and is believed to be suitable and sufficient for the described activity. It must be reviewed at the stated review date, or sooner if there is reason to suspect it is no longer valid, there has been a significant change in the work activity or personnel, or an accident, incident or near-miss occurs.
Assessor
Robert
Date
1 May 2026
Review Date
1 May 2027
Signature
_____________________
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