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27 March 2020

Coronavirus (Covid-19) risk assessment template released for BPCA members

BPCA members can now access a Coronavirus (Covid-19) risk assessment template provided by Stallard Kane.

Risk assessment template covid 19 now available

You can access the risk assessment template in the BPCA Member Area (login required).

Download now

The template covers:

  • Catching / Spreading
  • Employee travel plans
  • Lack of awareness
  • “At-risk” employees.

Remember

If you use this template:

  1. This risk assessment needs to be discussed with employees to ensure that they are fully aware of all control measures
  2. Employees are to sign an acknowledgement sheet for their understanding of this risk assessment
  3. The risk assessment is to be reviewed on an ongoing basis as per government guidance
  4. This risk assessment must be approved by the nominated person for health and safety before being issued as a live document

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