UK Workplace Stress Risk Assessment Checklist

Comprehensive UK workplace stress risk assessment using HSE Management Standards.

  • Industry: All Industries
  • Frequency: Annual
  • Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
  • Role: HR Manager/Line Manager
  • Total Items: 22
  • Compliance: HSWA 1974, MHSWR 1999, HSE Management Standards

Demands

Workload and patterns

  • Workloads manageable?
  • Work patterns suitable?
  • Physical environment suitable?

Control

Autonomy

  • Workers have say in how work is done?
  • Skills and abilities utilised?
  • Breaks encouraged and taken?

Support

Resources and encouragement

  • Adequate management support?
  • Peer support available?
  • Resources adequate?

Relationships

Positive working

  • Anti-bullying procedures in place?
  • Conflict resolution available?

Role

Understanding role

  • Roles clearly defined?
  • No conflicting demands?

Change

Organisational change

  • Changes effectively communicated?
  • Support during change provided?

Machine Guarding & Safety

OSHA 1910 Subpart O machine safety

  • Machine guards in place and functional?
  • Emergency stop buttons tested?
  • Safety light curtains operational?
  • Safety interlocks functional?

Chemical & Hazardous Materials

HazCom and chemical safety per OSHA 1910.1200

  • SDS sheets available for all chemicals?
  • All chemical containers properly labeled?
  • Secondary containment in place?

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Why Use This UK Workplace Stress Risk Assessment Checklist?

This uk workplace stress risk assessment checklist helps all industries teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for hr manager/line manager professionals, this checklist covers 22 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: annual.

Ensures compliance with HSWA 1974, MHSWR 1999, HSE Management Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the UK Workplace Stress Risk Assessment Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 22 inspection items across 8 sections: Demands, Control, Support, Relationships, Role, Change, Machine Guarding & Safety, Chemical & Hazardous Materials. It is designed for all industries operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed annual. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this UK Workplace Stress Risk Assessment Checklist?

This checklist is designed for HR Manager/Line Manager professionals in the all industries industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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