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A building risk assessment identifies hazards in premises and sets out controls to protect occupants, visitors and contractors. Describe your building type, occupancy and known hazards — we generate a fully written, UK-compliant building risk assessment in minutes, covering structural safety, access, utilities and all relevant regulations.
Used by landlords, property managers, facilities teams and building owners across the UK
🏢 Managing a multi-use building with retail, offices and plant rooms? Describe each zone and we'll produce a comprehensive assessment covering all areas, occupancy types and maintenance access requirements.
Legal requirements for building risk assessments
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 impose a legal duty on every employer and person in control of non-domestic premises to carry out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment. Regulation 3(1) requires you to identify hazards, assess who might be harmed, and put control measures in place to prevent injury or illness.
For buildings, this means assessing structural hazards (fragile roofs, unguarded edges, unstable floors), slips and trips, access and egress, utilities (gas, electricity, water), manual handling during maintenance, working at height, confined spaces, asbestos (if present), and any specific risks from the building's use (e.g. heavy machinery in a workshop, chemical storage in a laboratory).
The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 set minimum standards for workplace premises, including safe access, adequate lighting, ventilation, temperature, sanitation and maintenance. A building risk assessment must demonstrate compliance with these regulations and identify any shortfalls.
If the building is used by the public or contains common areas (e.g. residential blocks, offices, retail units), the Occupiers' Liability Acts 1957 and 1984 impose a duty of care to visitors and even trespassers. A documented risk assessment is essential evidence of due diligence if an accident occurs.
Fire safety is governed separately by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which requires a separate fire risk assessment for most non-domestic premises. Asbestos management is covered by the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Anyrisks can generate both — mention asbestos or fire-specific concerns and they will be included in the general building assessment, but dedicated assessments are often required.
How it works
1. Describe your building
Tell us the building type (office, warehouse, retail, care home, residential block), size, number of floors, occupancy, and any specific hazards (asbestos, fragile roof, confined spaces, heavy plant). If contractors or maintenance staff access restricted areas, mention it and we will include relevant controls.
2. Let the app take the strain
Anyrisks produces a fully written, UK-compliant building risk assessment referencing the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 and other relevant legislation.
3. Instant download and use
Download as PDF and Word. File it as part of your building safety documentation, share it with insurers, tenants or contractors, or use it to demonstrate compliance during inspections. £29, no subscription.
What it covers
Every building risk assessment is written in full — covering all structural and occupancy hazards relevant to your premises.
Structural hazards — fragile roofs, unguarded edges, unstable floors
Slips, trips and falls — wet floors, uneven surfaces, stairs
Access and egress — fire exits, emergency routes, disabled access
Electrical systems — distribution boards, cables, fixed installations
Gas safety — boilers, pipework, ventilation
Water systems — legionella risk, hot water scalding
Working at height — roof access, ceiling voids, ladders
Confined spaces — plant rooms, storage areas, service ducts
Manual handling — deliveries, waste removal, maintenance equipment
Asbestos management (if ACM present or suspected)
Lone working — cleaners, security, maintenance staff
Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations compliance
Occupiers' Liability Acts — duty of care to visitors and trespassers
COSHH — cleaning chemicals, maintenance fluids, dust
Works for
From single offices to multi-storey commercial buildings, Anyrisks covers every property type.
What customers say
"I manage a portfolio of commercial units. Anyrisks gave me a comprehensive assessment covering all the structural and access hazards for each property — saved me days of paperwork."
David L.
Property manager, Manchester
"Our insurer asked for a building risk assessment as part of the renewal. Anyrisks produced exactly what they needed — professional, compliant, and references all the right regulations."
Rachel T.
Facilities manager, Birmingham
"I rent out a small warehouse and needed a risk assessment for the tenant. Anyrisks covered everything from fragile roof panels to forklift access in one document — brilliant."
James K.
Landlord, West Yorkshire
Anyrisks vs DIY templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form | ✓ | ✗ |
| MHSWR 1999 and Workplace Regulations referenced | ✓ | ✗ |
| Covers structural, access and utilities hazards | ✓ | ✗ |
| Tailored to your building type and occupancy | ✓ | ✗ |
| Asbestos and legionella controls included if relevant | ✓ | ✗ |
| Occupiers' Liability Act compliance addressed | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant PDF and Word download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a building risk assessment for every property I manage?
Yes — under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, every employer and person in control of premises must carry out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment. This applies to landlords, property managers, facilities teams and building owners across all sectors.
Does it cover fire safety requirements?
The building risk assessment addresses general workplace hazards and structural safety. Fire risk is covered separately under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 — you will need a dedicated fire risk assessment for most non-domestic premises. Anyrisks can generate both.
What about asbestos — is that included?
If you mention asbestos-containing materials (ACM) or suspect asbestos in the building, controls will be included. However, a dedicated asbestos management survey under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 is a separate requirement for most buildings constructed before 2000.
Can I use this for both commercial and residential properties?
Yes — describe the property type (office, retail, warehouse, residential block, care home, etc.) and the assessment will reflect the relevant hazards and occupancy risks. Controls differ significantly between commercial and residential premises.
Does it meet my insurer's requirements?
Anyrisks produces a fully written, regulation-referenced risk assessment in the standard format expected by UK insurers, local authorities and the HSE. If your insurer has specified particular inclusions, describe those in your job description and they will be covered.
How quickly can I get the building risk assessment?
Under 2 minutes. Describe the building type, size, occupancy and known hazards, and Anyrisks generates a complete, UK-compliant building risk assessment instantly.
Do I need separate assessments for each floor or area?
It depends on the complexity and use. A single building with uniform occupancy and hazards can be covered in one assessment. If different floors have materially different risks (e.g. retail on ground, offices above, plant room on roof), describe each area and we will produce a comprehensive assessment covering all zones.
What if the building has disabled access requirements?
Mention accessibility features, evacuation procedures for disabled occupants, or any PEEPs (Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans) in place, and these will be addressed in the assessment alongside general building safety controls.
Also see: The Ultimate Guide to Risk Assessment · Do I Need a Risk Assessment? · Risk Assessment Legal Requirements · Risk Assessment Generator