This risk assessment document identifies 3 potential risks for a photo shoot at Nest Common and outlines control measures and actions to address each risk. Risk 1 is slippery leaves on the ground posing a slip hazard for the model. Risk 2 is adverse weather conditions affecting the shoot. Risk 3 is potential sharp objects like broken glass on the public location hurting those involved. For each risk, control measures are identified to reduce probability and severity, and actions are outlined in case the risk occurs.

1. Risk Assessment For
Nest Common

2. Risk 1
Risk/Hazard People at
Risk
Control
Measures
before day
Control
Measures on
day
Risk
Assessment
Score
(Probability x
Severity)
Action To Be
Taken If Risk
Happens
The ground
will be wet
and there
will be
leaves that
can be a slip
hazard
Model
and me
Arrange for
suitable
footwear to
be worn.
We will take
a moment to
check the
floor when
moving
through the
location and
remove any
obstructions
2 x 1 = 2 If anything
does happen
I will help the
model back
on to their
feet, then
check they
are ok.

3. Risk 2
Risk/Hazard People at
Risk
Control
Measures
before day
Control
Measures
on day
Risk
Assessment
Score
(Probability x
Severity)
Action To Be
Taken If Risk
Happens
Weather
conditions
All people Check
weather
forecast to
see if there is
a dry day that
could be best.
Arrange shoot
for that day.
Review
weather
forecast.
If
necessary
alter
shoot
date or
move to
an
alternativ
e indoor
location
1 x 2 = 2 Depending
on the
difference of
the
conditions I
will make a
decision on
weather it is
safe to
continue.

4. Risk 3
Risk/Hazard People
at Risk
Control
Measures
before
day
Control
Measures on day
Risk
Assessment
Score
(Probability x
Severity)
Action To Be
Taken If Risk
Happens
Sharp
objects on
location (ie
broken
glass) as it is
a public area
All
people
involved
Contact
council
to see
the last
time the
area has
been
cleaned
Review area for
glass bottles etc
and if present
remove safely
with litter
pickers. Avoid
sitting positions
for model if
possible to avoid
injuries from
hidden objects.
Carry first aid kit
2 x 2 = 4 If injury does
happen we
will have to
use the first
aid kit. If
injury is
more severe
use mobile
to contact
emergency
services.