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A pest control risk assessment covers chemical hazards (COSHH), confined space working, wildlife handling risks including Weil's disease, and working alone on domestic and commercial callouts. Describe the pest type and treatment method — we generate a fully written, UK-compliant assessment in minutes covering all relevant legislation.
Used by self-employed pest controllers, pest control technicians and domestic service businesses across the UK
🐀 Using rodenticides, insecticides or biocides? Mention the product type and the assessment will include full COSHH controls covering safe handling, PPE, storage and emergency spill procedures under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.
Legal requirements for pest control businesses
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) require a risk assessment for all work involving pesticides, rodenticides, insecticides and biocides. Regulation 6 requires that exposure is prevented or adequately controlled, and Regulation 7 requires that control measures are maintained and monitored. This means documenting how you will safely handle, store, apply and dispose of pest control chemicals.
The Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 apply to pest control work in loft spaces, crawl spaces, service ducts and voids. Regulation 4 prohibits entry unless it is not reasonably practicable to avoid it, and Regulation 5 requires a safe system of work including emergency rescue arrangements. For pest controllers, this means assessing ventilation, access/egress and emergency procedures before entering confined spaces.
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 requires a risk assessment for all work activities. For pest control, this means documenting how you will manage risks from chemical exposure, bites and stings, disease transmission (including Weil's disease from rat urine), working at height (ladder work for wasp nest removal), and working alone on domestic callouts. A written risk assessment is expected by local authorities, food safety officers and the HSE.
According to HSE statistics, the pest control industry has a higher-than-average incidence of occupational skin disease from chemical exposure and respiratory sensitisation from pesticide handling. Proper COSHH assessment and PPE use are critical to preventing these conditions.
How it works
1. Describe the job
Tell us the pest type (rats, mice, wasps, bed bugs, birds), treatment method (baiting, trapping, spraying, proofing), property type (domestic, commercial, food business), and any specific hazards such as confined space working, working alone or ladder work. The more detail you provide, the more specific the assessment.
2. We write your assessment
Anyrisks produces a fully written, UK-compliant pest control risk assessment referencing COSHH Regulations 2002, Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. All hazards relevant to your job are covered in full.
3. Instant download and use
Download as PDF and Word. Hand it to your client, include it in your compliance documentation for local authority or food safety inspections, or file it for your own records. £29, no subscription, money-back guarantee.
What it covers
Every pest control risk assessment is written in full — covering all chemical, biological and site hazards relevant to your work.
COSHH — rodenticides, insecticides, biocides and pesticide handling
Safe storage, application and disposal of pesticides
PPE requirements — gloves, respiratory protection, eye protection
Weil's disease (leptospirosis) from rat urine exposure
Bites, stings and disease transmission from pest handling
Confined space working — loft spaces, crawl spaces, service ducts
Ventilation and atmosphere testing in confined spaces
Working at height — ladder work for wasp nest removal and bird proofing
Manual handling of pest control equipment and bait stations
Lone working on domestic and commercial callouts
Cross-contamination prevention in food business premises
Sharps handling — needles, broken glass, contaminated waste
First aid and emergency procedures — chemical exposure, bites, stings
Work at Height Regulations 2005 compliance for ladder use
Works for
From domestic rodent control to commercial food business pest management, Anyrisks covers every type of pest control work.
What customers say
"I work on my own doing domestic rodent control. Anyrisks covered COSHH for the rodenticides I use, Weil's disease risks, and lone working controls. Local authority environmental health accepted it without question."
James P.
Self-employed pest controller, East Anglia
"We do a lot of wasp nest removal in loft spaces. The assessment covered confined space working, ladder safety and PPE for stings — everything the client needed to see for their contractor pack."
Sarah L.
Pest control business owner, South East
"I specialise in food business pest control. Anyrisks included cross-contamination prevention, pesticide storage requirements and disposal procedures — exactly what food safety officers expect to see."
David K.
Commercial pest controller, West Midlands
Anyrisks vs DIY templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form | ✓ | ✗ |
| COSHH Regulations 2002 referenced | ✓ | ✗ |
| Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 covered | ✓ | ✗ |
| Weil's disease and biological hazards included | ✓ | ✗ |
| Covers both domestic and commercial work | ✓ | ✗ |
| PPE and emergency procedures specified | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant PDF and Word download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently asked questions
Does this cover COSHH requirements for biocides and rodenticides?
Yes — describe the pesticides and biocides you use (including product names if known) and the assessment will include full COSHH controls covering safe handling, storage, PPE requirements, disposal and emergency procedures under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.
What if I work in confined spaces like loft spaces or crawl spaces?
Mention the confined space working conditions and the assessment will include ventilation requirements, emergency rescue procedures, atmosphere testing where necessary, and compliance with the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997.
Does it cover risks from handling wildlife (rats, wasps, birds)?
Yes — describe the pest type and the assessment will include controls for bites, stings, disease transmission, Weil's disease (leptospirosis) from rat urine, and appropriate PPE including gloves, respiratory protection and first aid procedures.
Can I use this for both domestic and commercial pest control?
Yes — describe the property type (domestic home, commercial premises, industrial site, food business) and the assessment will be tailored accordingly. Food business premises have additional controls for cross-contamination and compliance with food safety legislation.
Does it cover working alone on domestic callouts?
Yes — mention that you work alone and the assessment will include lone working controls, check-in procedures, emergency contact arrangements and personal safety measures under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
How long does it take to generate?
Under 2 minutes. Describe the pest type, treatment method, property type and working conditions and Anyrisks produces a complete, UK-compliant pest control risk assessment instantly.
Is it accepted by local authorities and food safety officers?
Anyrisks produces a fully written, regulation-referenced risk assessment in the standard format expected by local authority environmental health officers, food safety inspectors and the HSE. The format is professional and accepted across the pest control industry.
Does it cover ladder work and working at height?
Yes — if your pest control work involves ladders (e.g. wasp nest removal, bird proofing) or working at height, mention it and the assessment will include fall prevention measures, ladder safety checks and compliance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
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