All risk assessments at DoStartup are conducted by trained professionals and compliance consultants, involving supervisors and operational leads for greater accuracy.

Here’s how we approach the process:

Identify potential hazards

Assess severity and probability of resulting harm (accident or illness)

Consider regular operations as well as non-routine situations like breakdowns, maintenance, or natural events

Review health and safety data including SDS, technical manuals, test results, and past incidents

Understand legal obligations under applicable jurisdiction

Use the Risk Control Hierarchy to determine actionable steps

Re-assess post-controls to ensure adequate risk reduction

Monitor the implemented controls for effectiveness

Document all stages of assessment and mitigation

Key Considerations:

Worker exposure level and duration

Workplace conditions and layout

Machinery, materials, and tool handling methods

External activity interactions (e.g., cleaners, vendors, site visitors)

Lifecycle stage of the product or process

Personnel training, readiness, and skill

Anticipated worker reactions in emergency or system-failure situations