The aim of inspections is to identify hazards and implement measures to eradicate problems or protect staff members where eradication is not possible. Accordingly, the University has included hazard inspections as part of the regular maintenance of workplace standards. Head of Departments and supervisors are expected to conduct regular safety inspections of their work environment. Type of Inspection Frequency Informal checks of workplace by staff member and supervisors. A hazard is anything, which might cause personal harm or injury, or damage to plant or equipment.
Risk is related to the extent of exposure to a hazard.
Therefore an unguarded machine presents a greater risk than one which is guarded. Employers are required to take all practicable measures to prevent staff members, students and visitors being exposed to hazards at the work-place. The concept of hazard and risk must be considered together. In general, low risks are often over estimated and high risks underestimated. System Safety Identifying physical hazards alone is only part of the inspection process.