This suite of case studies demonstrate how the HHSRS assessment process works.
For each scenario, they explain how the likelihood and spread of harm outcomes have been scored, give the overall hazard score, and suggest remedial works to reduce the risk to an acceptable level.
They are used by assessors to benchmark their own assessments. They also help landlords and property agents understand the assessment process.
1. Falls on level surfaces (ZIP, 2.87 MB)
2. Falls on stairs, steps and slopes (ZIP, 3.11 MB)
3. Falls between levels (ZIP, 3.51 MB)
4. Fire and explosions (ZIP, 3.77 MB)
5. Flames, hot surfaces, etc (ZIP, 3.01 MB)
6. Collisions, entrapment and ergonomics (ZIP, 1.71 MB)
7. Structural collapse and falling elements (ZIP, 1.96 MB)
8. Electricity (ZIP, 2.51 MB)
9. Excess cold (ZIP, 5.71 MB)
10. Radiation (ZIP, 1.92 MB)
11. Damp and mould growth (ZIP, 2.68 MB)
12. Lead (ZIP, 104 KB)
13. Chemical and combustion related air pollutants (ZIP, 2.07 MB)
14. Excess heat (ZIP, 1.58 MB)
15. Asbestos (and Manufactured Mineral Fibres (MMF)) (ZIP, 1.04 MB)
16. Domestic and personal hygiene (ZIP, 2.4 MB)
17. Water supply (ZIP, 102 KB)
18. Crowding and space (ZIP, 2 MB)
19. Intruders (ZIP, 1.69 MB)
20. Noise (ZIP, 1.05 MB)
21. Lighting and obstructed views (ZIP, 1.86 MB)
