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RA-HS03 Catering Premises
RA-HS03 Catering Premises
File Reference : RA-HS03 Catering Premises
Date File Updated 09-03-26
Category Risk Assessments
Tags: ISO 45001, 6.1, IMS1 7.5

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Catering Premises Risk Assessment

This fully completed catering premises risk assessment example has been prepared by a qualified health and safety professional. It covers a typical range of hazards, risks and associated control measures for food preparation, cooking, service and cleaning activities within catering premises and can be used as a starting point when developing your own risk assessment documentation. 2 files are included; version for full commercial kitchen and a simpler version for smaller catering premises.

What Does This Catering Premises Risk Assessment Cover?

This risk assessment identifies the key hazards associated with catering premises operations including;
  • Burns and scalds from hot surfaces and liquids — contact with ovens, grills, steamers and hot liquids
  • Cuts and lacerations from knives and sharp equipment — knives, slicers, graters and other sharp implements
  • Slips and trips on wet kitchen floors — water, cooking oils and food debris causing slippery surfaces
  • Manual handling of provisions and equipment — lifting and carrying of heavy catering packs, bulk ingredients and large pots
  • Contact with cleaning chemicals — skin contact and inhalation of degreasers, sanitisers and descalers
  • Fire in the kitchen — ignition of cooking oils, grease and food debris in extraction hoods and ducts

Each hazard includes an inherent risk rating ranging from Moderate to Substantial, and a comprehensive listing of applicable control measures covering areas such as;

  • Heat-resistant gloves and protective clothing when handling hot surfaces and liquids
  • Cut-resistant gloves, knife storage and safe knife handling training
  • Prompt spillage clean-up, wet floor signage and slip-resistant footwear
  • Trolleys, correct storage heights and manual handling training
  • COSHH assessments, chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection
  • Regular extraction hood cleaning, fire blankets and fire evacuation procedures

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 — improving clarity and helping to highlight risks and mandatory controls.
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 catering premises risk assessment template is suitable for health and safety advisers, catering managers, kitchen supervisors, contractors and any employer with a duty to assess risks associated with catering and food preparation activities. 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.

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