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Art & Craft Stall Risk Assessment (Glass & Ceramics) — Generated Instantly for £29
Selling handmade artwork, ceramic frames and glass pieces at a fair or market? We generate a fully written, UK-compliant risk assessment covering breakage, display stability, laceration risk and crowd density in minutes.
Used by independent artists, ceramicists and glassware makers at craft fairs and markets across the UK
🏺 Selling breakable stock at a busy event? Mention your expected footfall and display setup — we'll include shelving stability, safe breakage clear-up and customer laceration controls specific to glass and ceramics.
Legal requirements for craft stallholders
Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, anyone running a stall — including sole traders and hobbyist sellers — has a duty to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that visitors and members of the public are not exposed to risks to their health and safety. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require a suitable and sufficient risk assessment to be carried out and recorded where five or more people are employed, though most event organisers expect one from every exhibitor regardless of size.
Glass and ceramic goods carry particular hazards not present with printed or textile crafts — sharp edges from breakage, falling stock from unstable displays, and the risk of shards mixing into crowded walkways. HSE guidance on managing health and safety at events highlights crowd density and display stability as key factors organisers must plan for, and this responsibility extends to individual stallholders managing their own pitch.
Occupiers' liability under the Occupiers' Liability Act 1957 also means that if a customer is injured by a falling or broken item at your stall, you may be held liable if reasonable precautions weren't taken. A written risk assessment demonstrating you considered these hazards is strong evidence of compliance and is often required before you're permitted to trade at markets, fairs and shopping centre events.
How it works
1. Describe your stall
Tell us what you sell — ceramic frames, glassware, artwork — your display setup, expected footfall (10 to 1,000+), and whether you're indoors or outdoors. Mention transport and set-up methods too.
2. Let the app take the strain
Anyrisks produces a fully written, UK-compliant risk assessment covering breakage, laceration risk, display stability and crowd control referencing the relevant regulations.
3. Instant download and use
Download as PDF and Word. Submit it to the event organiser, keep it with your public liability paperwork, or file it for your own records. £29, no subscription.
What it covers
Every glass and ceramic craft stall assessment is written in full, covering breakage and public safety risks specific to fragile goods.
Laceration risk from broken glass or ceramic shards
Safe and stable display and shelving arrangements
Falling stock risk from wind, knocks or unstable tables
Safe stock handling and unpacking procedures
Manual handling of ceramic frames and glass items
Broken glass clear-up and safe disposal procedure
Crowd density and gangway width around the stall
Public liability considerations for damaged or broken goods
Theft and stock security in busy or unattended periods
Slip risk from broken glass on wet or uneven ground
Fire risk from adjacent stalls or heating equipment
Child safety around low-level displays
Weather-related risks for outdoor pitches
Emergency procedures for cuts and lacerations
Works for
From small local markets to large county fairs, Anyrisks covers every type of art and craft stall selling breakable goods.
What customers say
"I sell framed ceramic tiles at markets across Yorkshire and organisers always want to see a risk assessment now. Anyrisks nailed the breakage and display stability points I'd never have thought to write down."
Helen R.
Ceramic artist, York
"My glassware stall gets crowded at bigger fairs and I was worried about liability if something got knocked over. This gave me a proper document covering exactly that, in a couple of minutes."
David M.
Glassware maker, Bristol
"We do a big county fair with thousands of visitors passing our stall over the weekend. The assessment covered crowd density and clear-up procedures for breakages — exactly what the event asked for."
Fiona T.
Craft stall owner, Devon
Anyrisks vs DIY templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form | ✓ | ✗ |
| Covers breakage and laceration risk specifically | ✓ | ✗ |
| Scales controls to expected footfall (10 to 1,000+) | ✓ | ✗ |
| Display stability and shelving guidance included | ✓ | ✗ |
| Manual handling of fragile stock covered | ✓ | ✗ |
| Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 referenced | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant PDF and Word download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a risk assessment to sell glass and ceramics at a craft fair?
Yes — most event organisers, markets and shopping centres require exhibitors to provide a written risk assessment before you're allowed to trade, and under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 stallholders have a legal duty to manage risks to themselves and the public. Breakable items like glass and ceramics carry specific laceration and public liability risks that a generic craft stall assessment won't cover.
What's the biggest risk with a glass and ceramic stall specifically?
The main risks are cuts from broken glass or ceramic shards, items falling from display shelving onto customers or children, and stock damage or theft in crowded aisles. Your risk assessment should cover secure, stable display methods, safe handling and breakage procedures, and clear-up protocols for broken glass.
Does the assessment change if I'm expecting 1,000 visitors instead of 10?
Yes — crowd density directly affects your risks. At larger events, jostling and reduced visibility around your stall increase the chance of items being knocked over, so describe your expected footfall and we'll adjust the controls around display stability, gangway width and staffing accordingly.
Is public liability insurance the same as a risk assessment?
No — they're separate but related. Public liability insurance covers you financially if someone is injured or property is damaged, while a risk assessment is the written document showing you identified hazards and took reasonable steps to prevent harm. Most insurers and event organisers expect both, and many events ask to see your risk assessment alongside your insurance certificate.
Do I need to mention how items are transported and set up?
Yes — manual handling of ceramic frames and glass items, both when loading your vehicle and setting up your stall, is a common source of injury and breakage. Mention your transport method and set-up process and we'll include manual handling and safe unpacking controls referencing the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992.
Can this be used for indoor markets as well as outdoor fairs?
Yes — describe whether you're trading indoors or outdoors and we'll tailor the assessment. Outdoor events introduce additional risks such as wind affecting display stability and wet ground increasing slip risk near broken glass, which indoor venues don't typically face.
What format does the risk assessment come in?
You receive a fully written PDF and editable Word document within minutes of describing your stall, covering hazards, who might be harmed, existing controls, and further actions needed — the standard five-step format expected by event organisers and referenced in HSE guidance.
How quickly can I get one before an event this weekend?
Under 2 minutes. Describe your stall — items sold, expected footfall, indoor or outdoor — and Anyrisks generates a complete risk assessment instantly, ready to download and print before you set off.
Also see: The ultimate guide to risk assessment · Do I need a risk assessment · Risk assessment legal requirements · AI risk assessment generator