A Hazard is something with the potential to cause harm or injury.
Risk is the likelihood of harm or injury arising from the particular hazard.
Every Manager and Head of Department responsible for staff or an area of College premises is required to ensure a Risk Assessment of the area and the work activities carried on there has been completed. The Health and Safety Team and Trade Union Safety Representatives receive copies of Risk Assessments, and you have a right to see the results of your departmental Risk Assessment.