This example risk assessment has been prepared using the
F-HS20 General Risk Assessment form template.
The file is supplied in fully editable MS Word format...
- Form number and title
- Information-classification
- Version
- Page number / total pages
alphaZ documents - beautifully designed, tried and tested form templates. Developed over 25 years through practical use in the real world.
Download this form template with your company name and logo already added!
Document Preparation available with all document toolkits.
To get access to this file please click on Add to Cart to purchase for immediate download. If you have an alphaZ Subscription just click on Download Files to view all the files available to download.
Mental Health at Work Risk Assessment
This fully completed mental health at work risk assessment example has been prepared by a qualified health and safety professional. It covers assessment and management of mental health risks in the workplace, and can be used as a starting point when developing your own risk assessment documentation.
What Does This Mental Health at Work Risk Assessment Cover?
This risk assessment identifies the key hazards associated with mental health at work including;
- Work-related stress leading to mental ill health — excessive workload, lack of control and poor support causing clinically significant stress, anxiety and depression
- Unrecognised depression and anxiety — untreated mental health conditions leading to deteriorating performance, absenteeism and self-harm risk
- Trauma and critical incident stress — exposure to workplace accidents, assaults or bereavements causing PTSD
- Burnout from sustained overwork — chronic overload without recovery causing exhaustion and burnout
- Isolation and loneliness — remote and lone workers experiencing social isolation causing deteriorating mental health
Each hazard includes an inherent risk rating ranging from Moderate to Substantial, and a comprehensive listing of applicable control measures covering areas such as;
- Management Standards stress risk assessment completed with action plan implemented
- Employee Assistance Programme available and actively promoted to all staff
- Managers trained in mental health awareness with mental health first aiders appointed
- Critical incident response procedure with psychological first aid offered and professional counselling within 72 hours
- Working time compliance monitored with annual leave taken in full and right to disconnect respected
- Remote and lone workers included in regular team communications and personal contact maintained
A residual risk rating is then assigned to each hazard, demonstrating how effective risk management reduces overall risk to a tolerable level.
A Professional, Easy-to-Use Risk Assessment Template
This document uses colour-coded header styles matched to risk ratings, making it quick to read and easy to communicate during toolbox talks and worker training. A built-in risk rating matrix supports consistent evaluation of likelihood and consequence, and hazard pictograms using internationally recognised ISO warning symbols are included alongside relevant hazard entries.
The result is a completed risk assessment that looks professional, reads clearly, and demonstrates a structured and effective approach to risk management.
Who Is This Risk Assessment Template Suitable For?
This mental health at work risk assessment template is suitable for health and safety advisers, HR managers, occupational health professionals and any employer with a duty to assess psychosocial risks under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and HSE Management Standards for work-related stress. It can be implemented as a standalone document or as part of a broader occupational health and safety management system aligned with ISO 45001.
Note: This example risk assessment is supplied for use as guidance only and should be reviewed and completed by a competent person.