Free CQC review template · Annual
Health and safety risk assessment review
A free 6-point review for every type of CQC-registered service. It evidences the CQC quality statement “Safe environments” under the Safe key question (Reg 12, 15), as processes. Built from HSE. Answer each check below and download a PDF report, or print a blank form.
Checks
- Hazards identified for each area and activity
- People who might be harmed, and how, recorded
- Controls in place are described
- Further action needed has an owner and a date
- Findings shared with staff
- Assessment reviewed and updated after changes or incidents
Official sources
Official tool from the publisher
HSE: Risk assessment template and examples
HSE: Risk assessment template and examples
This checklist summarises the official guidance. Check the sources for the full requirements.
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Templates summarise official guidance as of October 2026. They do not replace it: always check the linked source for the full requirements. Audit Angel CQC is not affiliated with the Care Quality Commission.
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