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Landscaping Risk Assessment
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HSE 5-step format with a 5×5 risk matrix
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Common Landscaping Hazards
Key risks identified by the HSE for landscaping work
Machinery and Equipment
High Risk
Operating mowers, strimmers, chainsaws, and other powered equipment
Control Measures:
Manual Handling Medium Risk Lifting heavy materials, plants, paving, and equipment
- Pre-use checks and maintenance
- Training and competency for all operators
- PPE: safety boots, eye protection, hearing protection
- Keep bystanders at safe distance
- Engine off before clearing blockages
Control Measures:
Working at Height High Risk Tree work, hedge trimming, using ladders and platforms
- Assess weight before lifting
- Use mechanical aids where possible (trolleys, barrows)
- Team lifts for heavy items
- Proper lifting technique training
- Rotate tasks to avoid fatigue
Control Measures:
- Risk assess ladder use - consider alternatives
- Secure ladder at top and bottom
- Harness and anchor point for tree work
- Mobile elevated work platforms for high hedges
- Two-person teams for ladder work
Control Measures:
Chemical and Pesticide Use High Risk Handling fertilisers, pesticides, herbicides, and fuel
- COSHH assessments for all chemicals
- PPE as per product data sheet
- Safe storage and disposal procedures
- Spill kit available on site
- Training in safe application methods
Control Measures:
Slips, Trips and Falls Medium Risk Uneven ground, wet surfaces, loose materials, excavations
- Site survey before work begins
- Clear debris and materials regularly
- Barriers around excavations
- Non-slip footwear
- Highlight changes in ground level
Control Measures:
Weather Exposure Medium Risk UV radiation, heat stress, cold stress, adverse conditions
- Sun protection: hat, sunscreen, long sleeves
- Regular breaks in extreme heat
- Hydration - water available on site
- Waterproof and warm clothing in cold/wet weather
- Postpone work in severe weather
Relevant Legislation
Laws and regulations that apply to landscaping risk assessments
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
Primary legislation requiring employers to ensure health and safety of employees and others affected by work
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Requires risk assessments for all work activities and implementation of necessary control measures
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
Requires equipment to be suitable, maintained, and operators trained
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH)
Requires assessment and control of risks from chemicals including pesticides and fuels
Work at Height Regulations 2005
Specific requirements for work at height including risk assessment and equipment
Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
Requires avoidance of manual handling where possible and assessment of risks
Sample Tasks We Cover
Generate risk assessments for these common landscaping activities
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About Landscaping Risk Assessments
A landscaping risk assessment is a systematic process of identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and implementing control measures for landscaping work activities. Under UK health and safety law, employers and self-employed workers must assess risks to health and safety arising from their work.
The HSE 5-step approach involves: (1) identifying hazards, (2) deciding who might be harmed and how, (3) evaluating risks and deciding on precautions, (4) recording findings, and (5) reviewing and updating as necessary. Our AI-powered generator follows this methodology to create professional assessments in that format.
Whether you're a sole trader, small business, or larger contractor, documented risk assessments protect both workers and businesses. They demonstrate compliance with health and safety law and provide evidence of due diligence in case of incidents.