RISK ASSESSMENT FORM - Stairs and Steps within the Premises

RISK ASSESSMENT FORM

Use of Stairs and Steps within the Clinic Premises

HAUS OF ÄSTHETIK

 

Location: 4 Portland Square, Water Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1HA, United Kingdom

Date of Assessment: 1st April 2025

Review Date: 1st April 2026

Assessed By: Managing Director

 

1. Hazard Identification

   • Hazard: Risk of trips, slips, or falls when using the stairs and single steps within the premises.

• Location of Hazard:

   • Entrance: Four steps leading to the lower landing inside the main door.

   • Main Staircase: Single-story staircase from the lower landing to the first floor where the clinic is located.

   • Within the Clinic: A single step leading from the waiting area into the clinical procedure room.

• Who is at Risk?

   • Patients, including elderly and mobility-impaired individuals.

   • Clinic staff.

   • Visitors, including delivery personnel.

 

2. Risk Assessment Summary

Hazard

Potential Risks

Risk Level Before Control Measures

Control Measures in Place

Risk Level After Control Measures

Entrance Steps

Slipping on wet surfaces, loss of balance, difficulty for those with mobility impairments

Medium

- Steps maintained in good condition  - Slip-resistant surface where required  - Handrails installed on both sides

Low

Main Staircase

Tripping, slipping, falling due to poor lighting or lack of support

Medium

- PIR lighting ensures staircase is well-lit  - Handrails on both sides  - Regular maintenance and cleaning

Low

Single Step from Waiting Area to Procedure Room

Tripping hazard, especially for patients unfamiliar with the layout

Medium

- Clear signage highlighting the step  - Non-slip edging applied to the step  - Staff awareness to assist patients if necessary

Low

 

3. Risk Control Measures

A. Structural and Environmental Controls

   • Entrance Steps

   • Steps are regularly inspected to ensure they remain in good condition.

   • Slip-resistant strips applied where necessary to reduce the risk of slipping.

   • Handrails installed on both sides for patient and visitor support.

• Main Staircase

   • PIR (Passive Infrared) lighting installed to activate upon motion, ensuring the stairs are always well-lit.

   • Bannisters/grab rails are securely fixed on both sides of the staircase for added support.

   • Regular cleaning and maintenance to prevent accumulation of dust or spillages that may increase risk.

• Single Step from Waiting Area to Procedure Room

   • High-visibility edging applied to the step to highlight the change in floor level.

   • Clear signage is installed to warn people about the step.

   • Staff trained to remind and assist patients who may have difficulty navigating the step.

 

4. Additional Safety Measures

• Patient & Visitor Awareness

   • Patients are informed upon arrival of any steps they may need to navigate.

   • Patients with mobility concerns are offered assistance.

• Emergency Procedures

   • Staff trained in first aid to respond in the event of a fall.

   • Emergency contact numbers displayed clearly in the clinic.

• Monitoring & Maintenance

   • Routine checks carried out to inspect the condition of steps, lighting, and handrails.

   • Any hazards identified are rectified promptly.

 

5. Risk Assessment Conclusion

   • Overall Risk Level After Controls Applied: Low

   • Are the current control measures sufficient? ☑ Yes ☐ No

   • Additional control measures required? ☐ Yes ☑ No


Review Schedule:

   • The risk assessment will be reviewed annually or sooner if any changes occur to the clinic layout or new risks are identified.