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Mobile Welding & Fabrication Risk Assessment — Generated Instantly for £29
Describe the welding job, location and equipment (MIG, TIG, arc, oxy-fuel, gas cylinders, generator). We generate a fully written, UK-compliant mobile welding risk assessment covering fume extraction, fire risk, gas cylinder safety, PPE and all relevant regulations in minutes.
Used by sole trader welders, fabrication contractors and mobile engineering firms across the UK
🔥 Working on construction sites or in client premises? Mention the site type and hot works environment — we'll include fire prevention measures, permit-to-work alignment, gas cylinder segregation and the specific controls required under CDM Regulations 2015 and the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR).
Legal requirements for mobile welding and fabrication
Mobile welders and fabricators working at customer sites, farms, construction sites or domestic properties are required to carry out a written risk assessment under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. Regulation 3 of the Management Regulations requires every employer and self-employed person to make a suitable and sufficient assessment of the risks to the health and safety of their employees and others who may be affected by the work.
For welding and hot works, the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR) require specific assessment of fire and explosion risks from flammable gases (acetylene, propane, LPG) and oxygen. Where welding takes place on construction sites, the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 require principal contractors to ensure that all trades provide method statements and risk assessments before work begins. Many construction sites operate a hot works permit system, and your risk assessment is the supporting document that demonstrates your competence and control measures.
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) require assessment and control of welding fumes. HSE guidance EH55 states that all welding fume should be regarded as hazardous and controlled by local exhaust ventilation or respiratory protective equipment where LEV is not practicable. Mild steel fume, stainless steel fume (chromium and nickel) and fume from galvanised or painted surfaces all present different levels of risk and require specific controls.
The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 apply to all electrical equipment used for welding, including generators, inverters, transformers and extension leads. Regulation 4 requires that all electrical systems are maintained to prevent danger, and portable welding equipment used on construction sites or outdoors must be protected by a 30mA RCD. The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) require that all welding equipment, gas cylinders, regulators and hoses are maintained in safe working order and inspected before use.
How it works
1. Describe the job
Tell us the welding process (MIG, TIG, arc, oxy-fuel), the location (construction site, farm, domestic property, workshop), the material being welded (mild steel, stainless, aluminium, galvanised), and whether you transport gas cylinders. If you work alone, mention it and we will include lone working controls.
2. Let the app take the strain
Anyrisks produces a fully written, UK-compliant mobile welding and fabrication risk assessment referencing COSHH, DSEAR, the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and CDM 2015 where relevant.
3. Instant download and use
Download as PDF and Word. Hand it to the principal contractor, farm owner or domestic client, include it in your hot works permit application, or file it for compliance purposes. £29, no subscription.
What it covers
Every mobile welding and fabrication risk assessment is written in full — covering all hot works, fume, gas and site hazards relevant to your job.
Fire and explosion risk from hot works — DSEAR compliance
Welding fume control — LEV, RPE, material-specific (mild steel, stainless, galvanised)
Gas cylinder safety — transport, storage, segregation (oxygen and fuel gases)
Oxy-fuel cutting and welding — flashback arrestors, hose condition, regulator checks
Electrical safety — generator or site supply, RCD protection, cable routing
UV radiation and arc eye — welding screen, PPE for passers-by
Manual handling of gas cylinders, steel sections, welding equipment
Lone working on remote sites — check-in, emergency contact, first aid
Confined space welding — permit-to-work, ventilation, gas testing
Working at height — welding on scaffolding, steelwork, ladders
Grinding and cutting — guarding, PPE, flying debris
Hot works permit alignment — site-specific fire precautions
Noise exposure from grinding, plasma cutting, chipping
Slips, trips and falls — cables, hoses, uneven ground on site
Works for
From farm gate repairs to construction site steelwork, Anyrisks covers every type of mobile welding and fabrication job.
What customers say
"I do a lot of farm work — gates, trailers, machinery repair. Every farm now wants a risk assessment before you start. Anyrisks covered gas cylinder safety, lone working and fume extraction — all the things farmers ask about."
Lee T.
Mobile welder, Shropshire
"Construction sites need hot works permits and a risk assessment to back it up. Anyrisks gave me something professional that covers fire risk, gas storage and all the COSHH stuff. Principal contractors accept it every time."
Craig M.
Fabrication contractor, Yorkshire
"I work alone most of the time — domestic railings, small repairs, that sort of thing. The assessment included lone working controls and fire precautions for working in people's gardens and driveways. Clients are reassured."
Danny H.
Self-employed welder, South East
Anyrisks vs DIY templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form | ✓ | ✗ |
| COSHH, DSEAR and PUWER referenced | ✓ | ✗ |
| Gas cylinder safety and segregation included | ✓ | ✗ |
| Fume extraction controls (LEV and RPE) specified | ✓ | ✗ |
| Covers all welding processes (MIG, TIG, arc, oxy-fuel) | ✓ | ✗ |
| Lone working and remote site controls included | ✓ | ✗ |
| Hot works permit alignment — fire precautions detailed | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant PDF and Word download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a separate hot works permit as well?
A hot works permit is a separate document issued by the site controller (factory manager, building owner, principal contractor). Your mobile welding risk assessment demonstrates how you control welding hazards at your end. The permit-to-work system is the client's responsibility, but your assessment shows compliance with your legal duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
Does it cover welding at domestic properties as well as construction sites?
Yes — describe the location (domestic driveway, farm workshop, construction site, factory) and the assessment will reflect the environment. Domestic mobile welding presents different risks to industrial site work, particularly around public access and confined ventilation.
What about gas cylinder safety during transport and storage on site?
Yes — mention that you transport gas cylinders and the assessment will include control measures for safe transport (upright, ventilated vehicle), on-site storage (segregation of oxygen and fuel gases, secured upright, away from ignition sources) and changeover procedures in line with HSE guidance.
Does it cover fume extraction when working outdoors or in unventilated spaces?
Yes — describe the work environment (open air, barn, garage, enclosed workshop) and whether you use local exhaust ventilation or respiratory PPE. The assessment will specify fume control measures appropriate to the metal type (mild steel, stainless, galvanised) and welding process (MIG, TIG, arc).
Is it accepted by construction site principal contractors?
Anyrisks produces a fully written, regulation-referenced risk assessment in the standard format expected by principal contractors and CDM coordinators. It is delivered as PDF and editable Word, allowing you to add client-specific site rules or permit references if required.
Can I use it for both welding and fabrication work?
Yes — mobile welding risk assessments cover both welding processes (MIG, TIG, arc, oxy-fuel) and fabrication activities (cutting, grinding, drilling, handling steel). Describe the full scope of work and all relevant controls will be included.
What if I work alone at remote sites like farms or rural properties?
Mention that you work alone and the assessment will include lone working controls: check-in procedures, emergency contact arrangements, first aid provisions, and mobile phone signal considerations. Many mobile welders are sole traders working without supervision, and the assessment reflects this.
Does it cover electrical supply safety when using a generator or site supply?
Yes — describe your power source (own generator, site supply, temporary consumer unit) and the assessment will include controls for electrical safety, RCD protection, cable routing, and generator fuel handling in line with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
Also see: The Ultimate Guide to Risk Assessment · Do I Need a Risk Assessment? · Risk Assessment Legal Requirements · Risk Assessment Generator