Real Estate and Property Services Risk Assessment Template

Typical hazards & measures

• Shared facilities and kitchen safety — PAT test all appliances, clean fridges weekly, label allergens, and post food safety guidance. Install fire blankets/extinguishers, mop spills immediately, and limit numbers in small kitchens. Provide hand hygiene signage and cleaning supplies.
• Vehicle incidents in parking facilities — Ensure parking area safety with clear markings, lighting, speed limits, and mirrors. Repair potholes, enforce one-way routing, and inspect signage. Document near-misses, manage deliveries during low-traffic times, and liaise with tenants about safe driving practices.
• Open house crowd control — Limit attendees, mark steps or hazards clearly, and secure valuables. Position staff at entrances and key rooms, maintain sign-in sheets, and plan one-way foot traffic. Ensure all doors/windows are locked post-event and brief staff on crowd management.
• Natural disaster risk depending on locale — Review flood and wildfire risk maps annually, install smoke and water detectors, and maintain disaster kits. Create site-specific emergency plans, schedule insurance reviews, and secure critical files off-site or in cloud systems.
• Pest infestation — Inspect regularly for signs of rodents, insects or mold; seal entry points, schedule professional pest control, and maintain cleanliness in communal areas. Communicate with tenants about prevention and keep logs of any treatments or sightings.