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Construction Site Risk Assessment — Generated Instantly for £29
Describe your construction site — project type, trades on site, site access, public interface. We generate a fully written, UK-compliant construction site risk assessment covering all CDM duties, traffic management, welfare facilities and site-specific hazards in minutes.
Used by principal contractors, site managers, small builders and self-employed tradespeople across the UK
🏗️ Working next to live traffic or public footpaths? Mention it — we'll include traffic management plans, pedestrian segregation and signage requirements as required under the Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8 and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
Legal requirements for construction sites
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) require every construction site to have a written construction phase plan under Regulation 12. This plan must identify site-wide hazards and the arrangements for managing health and safety throughout the project. A comprehensive risk assessment forms the backbone of this plan and is legally required before work begins.
Principal contractors have a duty under Regulation 13 to plan, manage and monitor construction work, and to coordinate the activities of all contractors to ensure risks are controlled. Site risk assessments must cover site traffic, working at height, services (underground and overhead), noise, dust, manual handling, welfare facilities and public interface.
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 requires all employers to conduct suitable and sufficient risk assessments. For construction, this means site-specific documentation that reflects the actual hazards present — not generic templates. Sites employing five or more workers must have the assessment in writing.
Failure to produce adequate site risk assessments is one of the most common findings in HSE enforcement action. In 2022/23, the construction sector accounted for 45 fatal injuries to workers — more than any other industry. The HSE expects site managers and principal contractors to demonstrate documented, job-specific control measures before work starts.
How it works
1. Describe the site
Tell us the project type (new build, refurbishment, extension, demolition), site location, proximity to public areas, trades on site, site access arrangements and any specific hazards such as asbestos, underground services or overhead power lines. If it's a small domestic job worked by a sole trader, mention that and we will tailor the controls accordingly.
2. Let the app take the strain
Anyrisks produces a fully written, UK-compliant construction site risk assessment referencing CDM 2015, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and all relevant HSE guidance for your site type.
3. Instant download and use
Download as PDF and Word. Hand it to your client, principal contractor or client's CDM adviser, or file it as part of your construction phase plan. Append it to your RAMS pack or pre-construction information. £29, no subscription.
What it covers
Every construction site risk assessment is written in full — covering all site hazards and CDM 2015 compliance duties.
Site traffic management and vehicle/pedestrian segregation
Working at height — scaffolding, ladders, roof work, mobile towers
Underground services — gas, water, electric, telecoms
Overhead hazards — power lines, structures, existing buildings
Manual handling of materials and equipment on site
Noise, dust and vibration from plant and machinery
Excavation and working below ground
Demolition and structural alteration risks
Fire risk on site — ignition sources, flammable materials, emergency routes
Welfare facilities — toilets, washing, drinking water, rest areas
Public interface — hoarding, signage, pedestrian protection
CDM 2015 compliance — principal contractor duties under Regulations 12 and 13
Coordination of trades and subcontractors on site
Permits to work for high-risk activities (hot works, confined space, live services)
Works for
From domestic extensions to large commercial sites, Anyrisks covers every type of construction project.
What customers say
"I run a small building firm doing domestic extensions. Clients now expect a proper site risk assessment before we start. Anyrisks gives me a professional, CDM-compliant document every time without the admin headache."
David T.
Building contractor, Kent
"We use it for every commercial refurb project. The traffic management and public interface sections are particularly good — exactly what the principal contractor asks for. Saves our site manager hours every week."
Rachel P.
Site manager, West Midlands
"I work as a self-employed groundworker. Every main contractor wants a site-specific risk assessment now. Anyrisks covers excavation, services, traffic — everything I need for under £30. Brilliant."
Lee M.
Groundworks specialist, Yorkshire
Anyrisks vs DIY templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form | ✓ | ✗ |
| CDM 2015 Regulations 12 and 13 referenced | ✓ | ✗ |
| Site-specific to your actual project type | ✓ | ✗ |
| Traffic management and public interface covered | ✓ | ✗ |
| Welfare facilities and site organisation included | ✓ | ✗ |
| Coordination of trades and permit systems covered | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant PDF and Word download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently asked questions
Does this meet CDM 2015 requirements for a construction phase plan?
Yes — the risk assessment is written to satisfy Regulation 12 of CDM 2015 and forms a core part of your construction phase plan. It identifies site hazards and sets out arrangements for managing them throughout the project. Principal contractors and CDM advisers accept it as compliant documentation.
Can I use it for both domestic and commercial sites?
Yes — describe the project type (domestic extension, commercial refurb, industrial new build, etc.) and Anyrisks tailors the assessment to the scale and complexity of your site. Small domestic jobs have different control measures to large commercial sites and the assessment reflects this.
Does it cover traffic management and working near live roads?
Yes — if your site is adjacent to a public road or footpath, mention it in your description and the assessment will include traffic management measures, pedestrian segregation, signage and temporary traffic control as required under Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual.
What if multiple trades are on site at the same time?
Describe the trades involved (e.g. groundworkers, bricklayers, roofers, electricians) and the assessment will include coordination measures, segregation of activities and permit-to-work systems where necessary. This satisfies the principal contractor's duty under Regulation 13 to coordinate contractors.
Is it accepted by principal contractors and clients?
Yes — Anyrisks produces a fully written, regulation-referenced construction site risk assessment in the format expected by principal contractors, CDM advisers, clients and the HSE. The document is professional, compliant and accepted across the industry.
How long does it take?
Under 2 minutes. Describe your construction site and Anyrisks produces a complete, CDM-compliant site risk assessment instantly.
Can I edit the Word document after download?
Yes — the Word file is fully editable. You can add site-specific details, append drawings, update control measures as the job progresses or tailor it to match your company's format.
Does it cover underground services and overhead power lines?
Yes — if underground services (gas, water, electric, telecoms) or overhead hazards (power lines, structures) are present, mention them and the assessment will include service location procedures, safe digging practices, exclusion zones and permit systems.