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Vehicles on Site Risk Assessment
This fully completed vehicles on site 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 all activities involving the movement of vehicles on site and can be used as a starting point when developing your own risk assessment documentation.
What Does This Vehicles on Site Risk Assessment Cover?
This risk assessment identifies the key hazards associated with vehicles on site including;
- Pedestrian and vehicle collision — vehicles striking pedestrians in shared traffic areas causing serious injuries or fatality
- Reversing vehicle collision — vehicles reversing in loading bays, car parks and restricted areas striking pedestrians or structures
- Forklift truck operation — forklifts creating risk of pedestrian collision, overturning, load falling and contact with racking
- Vehicle maintenance and defects — poorly maintained vehicles with defective brakes, tyres, lights or steering
- Fuel and hazardous spillage — spillage of fuel, hydraulic oil or other vehicle fluids creating fire and slip hazards
Each hazard includes an inherent risk rating ranging from Moderate to Substantial, and a comprehensive listing of applicable control measures covering areas such as;
- Segregated pedestrian and vehicle routes with floor markings, signage and speed limits
- One-way systems, banksman guidance and reversing alarms for reversing vehicles
- Forklift operator certification
- Physical segregation barriers
- Daily pre-use vehicle inspections and planned preventive maintenance schedules
- Designated fuelling areas, spill kits and no-smoking controls near fuelling points
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 vehicles on site risk assessment template is suitable for health and safety advisers, site managers, logistics managers and any employer with a duty to assess risks associated with vehicle movements on site. 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.