Food & Beverage
Bar & Pub Risk Assessment Template
The complete guide to creating professional risk assessments for bar and pub operations.
Free to use Instant PDF download Updated February 2026
Essential guidance for bar and pub safety
Bars and pubs manage unique risks from alcohol service, late-night trading, and entertainment events. Effective safety management protects staff from aggressive customers, prevents cellar accidents, and ensures responsible alcohol service.
This guide covers key hazards including glass breakages, cellar CO₂ risks, intoxicated customers, and crowd management during busy periods.
Food Safety
Food Safety
Activity Benefits
Why bars and pubs matter
Social Setting
Offers a supervised social setting that encourages responsible alcohol service.
Live Entertainment
Provides local entertainment and live events that support musicians and performers.
Community Hub
Facilitates community fundraising, quizzes, and local club gatherings.
Employment
Creates hospitality jobs across bar service, kitchens, security, and management.
Risk Identification
Key hazards & control measures
Aggressive CustomersHigh Risk
Potential Harm
Violence, intimidation, property damage from intoxicated or disorderly patrons.
Control Measures
- Door security on busy nights
- Conflict de-escalation training
- CCTV monitoring
- Refusal protocols in place
Cellar HazardsHigh Risk
Potential Harm
CO₂ leaks, crushing injuries, slips from beer kegs and gas cylinders.
Control Measures
- CO₂ alarms installed
- Keg handling training
- Non-slip flooring
- Adequate ventilation
Glass BreakagesMedium Risk
Potential Harm
Cuts, contamination from broken glasses and bottles.
Control Measures
- Glass collection systems
- Toughened glassware
- Immediate cleanup protocol
- Cut-resistant gloves
Crowd CongestionMedium Risk
Potential Harm
Crushing, blocked exits, delayed evacuation during peak times.
Control Measures
- Capacity limits enforced
- Exit routes kept clear
- Staff crowd monitoring
- Emergency lighting
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Safety Checklist
Bar and pub safety checklist
Opening
- Cellar CO₂ checked
- Fire exits clear
- First aid kit stocked
- Cash float secured
During Service
- Glass collection ongoing
- Spills cleaned promptly
- ID checks for young persons
- Intoxication monitored
Security
- CCTV recording
- Door staff briefed
- Incident log available
- Emergency numbers posted
Closing
- Premises cleared safely
- Gas turned off
- Cash secured
- Alarms set
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