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Construction (General) Risk Assessment Template

The complete guide to creating professional risk assessments for general construction work.

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Free to use Updated February 2026

The essential guide to construction safety

General construction encompasses a wide range of activities from groundwork to finishing. Sites are dynamic environments with multiple contractors, equipment, and constantly changing hazards.

This guide covers key hazards applicable across construction including working at height, moving plant, manual handling, and hazardous substances.

Construction workers on site
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Risk Identification

Key hazards & control measures

Falls from HeightHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Falls are the leading cause of construction fatalities.

Control Measures
  • Work at ground level where possible
  • Collective protection (guardrails, scaffolds)
  • Personal fall protection as last resort
  • Competent persons to plan work at height
Moving PlantHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Struck by or caught between vehicles and equipment.

Control Measures
  • Segregate pedestrians and vehicles
  • One-way systems where possible
  • Trained operators only
  • High-visibility clothing mandatory
Falling ObjectsMedium Risk
Potential Harm

Head injuries from dropped materials or tools.

Control Measures
  • Hard hats in designated areas
  • Toe boards and netting on scaffolds
  • Exclusion zones below work at height
  • Secure all loose materials
Manual HandlingMedium Risk
Potential Harm

Musculoskeletal injuries from lifting and carrying.

Control Measures
  • Mechanical handling where possible
  • Team lifting for heavy loads
  • Training in safe techniques
  • Task rotation

This guide covers the most common hazards. Our risk assessment wizard includes 14 hazards and 47+ control measures for Construction (General), sourced from industry guidance — create your assessment in minutes.

Safety Checklist

Construction site safety checklist

Site Setup

  • Site secure with fencing
  • Welfare facilities adequate
  • Emergency procedures posted
  • First aid provision

PPE

  • Hard hats in designated areas
  • Safety boots mandatory
  • High-visibility clothing
  • Task-specific PPE available

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