Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simple Safety UK
Simple Safety UK provides ready to use risk assessments and safety documents for workshops, fabrication and engineering businesses across the UK. Our documents are designed to save time and reduce the cost of external consultants.
Are your risk assessments legally compliant
Our templates are written to align with current UK health and safety legislation including PUWER COSHH and Fire Safety requirements. However all documents must be reviewed and adapted by a competent person to suit each individual workplace.
Are the documents editable
Yes. All risk assessments and forms are supplied in Microsoft Word format and can be fully edited to match your equipment processes and site conditions.
Can I use these documents straight away
The templates are ready to use but they must always be reviewed and adjusted for your own workplace before being put into use. Every site and activity is different.
Do I need health and safety qualifications to use the templates
No formal qualifications are required to purchase or edit the templates. However the law requires that risk assessments are reviewed by a competent person. This may be a trained employee a manager or a health and safety professional.
Can I use these documents for inspections or audits
Yes. When correctly reviewed and implemented the documents are suitable for internal inspections client audits and supporting evidence of compliance.
Do you offer customised risk assessments
Yes. We can provide bespoke risk assessments tailored specifically to your equipment processes and site layout. Please contact us at info@simplesafetyuk.com to discuss your requirements.
Can I download the files immediately after purchase
Yes. Once your purchase is complete you will receive instant access to download your documents.
Are the templates covered by copyright
Yes. All documents remain the intellectual property of Simple Safety UK. They may be used within your business but must not be shared resold or redistributed
What if legislation changes in the future
You are responsible for ensuring your documents remain up to date with current legislation. We recommend reviewing your risk assessments regularly and whenever changes occur in your workplace.
Do you accept liability for the use of these documents
No. All templates must be reviewed and adapted for each workplace by a competent person. Simple Safety UK accepts no liability for their use.
