Risk assessment for hirers
| Hazard | Risk | Impact | Control measures | Impact after control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire | Low | High | See separate fire risk assessment Property and contents are insured at replacement value, income is insured for 1 year | Low |
| Kitchen equipment can be hazardous if mis-used | Medium | High | Instructions are provided and only two items of equipment, the dishwasher and water boiler, are not normal household items familiar to hirers There are large surface areas for food preparation and notices give hygiene advice Portable equipment is PAT tested A first aid kit is available | Low |
| Conditionof Hall is inappropriate for use | Medium | High | Lighting and heating are maintained regularly and a cleaning routine, appropriate to circumstances is in place. The building structure and contents are inspected and maintained as needed Contact names and addresses are displayed on the noticeboard Criticaldamage or malfunction is attended to promptly when noticed or reported | Low |
| Accident at the Hall requires attention or an ambulance | Low | High if severe | Apart from the first aid kit, control measures are limited because the Hall has no phone connected and mobile reception can be intermittent Contact names and addresses are displayed on the noticeboard The Hall is insured for Public and Products, and Property Owners liabilities; and personal accident | High: See contingency plan below |
| Hirer abuses conditions of hire, even leading to potential Trustees prosecution | Low | High | Trustee indemnity insurance is maintained Conditions of Hire cover possible scenarios so that recompense can be obtained from the hirer Signature of the hirer on Booking Form and Conditions of Hire is required to confirm they have been read | Low |
| Major power failure | Low | Medium | Hall has battery operated emergency lighting in all areas. It is tested regularly and designed to last for at least 1 hour | Low |