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A site specific risk assessment is a written evaluation of the actual hazards present on your construction site — not a blank template. Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, every UK construction project must have a site-specific assessment covering ground conditions, access, services, work sequencing and neighbouring properties. Anyrisks produces a complete, CDM-compliant site specific risk assessment tailored to your project in minutes.
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Legal requirements for site specific risk assessments
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) place a legal duty on clients, principal designers and principal contractors to ensure construction work is planned, managed and monitored to prevent harm. Regulation 13 requires that pre-construction information is prepared, including all site-specific risks. This includes ground conditions, existing structures, services, access routes, public interfaces and environmental constraints.
Regulation 4 of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 requires a suitable and sufficient risk assessment for all work activities. For construction projects, this means a site specific risk assessment that documents the actual hazards on your site — not a generic checklist. The HSE guidance document HSG159 "Managing Health and Safety in Construction" confirms that generic assessments are not acceptable where site conditions vary significantly.
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require that work at height is properly planned, supervised and carried out by competent persons. A site specific risk assessment must identify all work at height activities (scaffolding, ladders, roof work, excavation edges) and document the control measures to prevent falls. This includes edge protection, scaffold inspections, and emergency rescue arrangements.
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) apply to construction dust, cement, solvents and any site contamination. Your site specific risk assessment must identify these hazards and describe dust suppression, RPE requirements and decontamination procedures. Failure to assess site-specific COSHH risks is a common cause of HSE enforcement action.
How it works
1. Describe the site and project
Tell us the site address, ground conditions (sloping, soft, contaminated), access arrangements, proximity to roads or public footpaths, overhead or underground services, existing structures, work scope (new build, extension, demolition, groundworks) and sequencing. Mention any neighbouring buildings, schools or hospitals. The more detail you provide, the more specific your assessment will be.
2. Let the app take the strain
Anyrisks produces a fully written, CDM 2015-compliant site specific risk assessment tailored to your project. It references the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, the Work at Height Regulations 2005, COSHH, and all relevant site-specific legislation. Every hazard is identified and every control measure is described in full.
3. Instant download and use
Download as PDF and Word. Submit it to the principal contractor, include it in your pre-construction information pack, file it for HSE inspection, or distribute it to all site operatives at induction. £29, no subscription, money-back guarantee within 24 hours.
What it covers
Every site specific risk assessment is written in full — covering all construction site hazards relevant to your project location and scope.
Site access and egress — narrow lanes, public footpaths, shared driveways
Ground conditions — sloping, soft, contaminated, made ground
Underground services — water, gas, electric, telecoms, drainage
Overhead hazards — power lines, tree branches, eaves
Neighbouring buildings — party walls, shared boundaries, right of light
Public interface — pedestrian routes, traffic management, hoarding
Work at height — scaffolding, ladders, roof work, edge protection
Excavation and trenching — shoring, inspection, confined space entry
Demolition — structural survey, asbestos, CDM notification
Plant and vehicle movements — reversing, segregation, banksmen
Dust and noise — suppression, monitoring, neighbour notification
Environmental controls — pollution prevention, waste disposal, ecology
Emergency arrangements — site-specific first aid, fire assembly, rescue
CDM 2015 compliance — pre-construction information, F10 notification
Works for
From domestic extensions to commercial new builds, Anyrisks covers every type of construction project requiring a site specific risk assessment.
What customers say
"We needed a site specific assessment for a tight residential plot with overhead cables and a public footpath running alongside. Anyrisks covered everything — service strike prevention, traffic management, scaffolding edge protection. HSE inspector was satisfied."
David Collins
Building contractor, Kent
"I'm a principal contractor coordinating multiple trades on a commercial warehouse build. Anyrisks gave me a proper site specific assessment referencing CDM 2015 and all the relevant regs. Saved me hours of paperwork."
Rachel Thornton
Principal contractor, West Midlands
"Extension on a sloping plot with contaminated ground from an old fuel tank. Anyrisks included ground conditions, contaminated land controls and excavation shoring — everything the principal designer asked for."
Simon Hughes
Self-employed builder, South Wales
Anyrisks vs DIY templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tailored to your exact site location and conditions | ✓ | ✗ |
| CDM 2015 Regulations referenced by number | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ground conditions, services and access described | ✓ | ✗ |
| Public interface and neighbour controls included | ✓ | ✗ |
| Work at height, excavation and demolition covered | ✓ | ✗ |
| Written in full — not a blank checklist | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant PDF and Word download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently asked questions
What makes a site specific risk assessment different from a generic template?
A site specific risk assessment is tailored to the exact conditions, hazards and work activities on your construction site. It names the site address, references site-specific hazards (unstable ground, overhead cables, confined areas, neighbouring properties), and describes the actual work method and equipment to be used. Generic templates lack this specificity and fail to meet CDM 2015 requirements for pre-construction information.
Is a site specific risk assessment required for every construction project?
Yes — under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), every construction project must have a written risk assessment that addresses site-specific hazards. This applies to domestic clients, commercial builds, contractors and principal contractors. The HSE expects site-specific detail — not a blank form filled in with generic text.
Can I use one site specific risk assessment for multiple sites?
No — the entire point of a site specific risk assessment is that it reflects the unique conditions of one site. Ground conditions, access routes, proximity to services, public interfaces and environmental factors vary from site to site. A compliant assessment must be written for each project location.
Does the assessment cover all trades working on site?
A site specific risk assessment covers the principal hazards and control measures for the project as a whole. Individual trades (electricians, groundworkers, scaffolders) may require their own method-specific assessments depending on complexity. The principal contractor typically coordinates all assessments into a single site safety file.
How long does it take to produce a site specific risk assessment?
Under 2 minutes with Anyrisks. Describe the site location, ground conditions, access, services overhead or underground, neighbouring buildings, work scope and sequencing. The system generates a fully written, CDM 2015-compliant site specific risk assessment instantly.
Will my assessment be accepted by the principal contractor or client?
Yes — Anyrisks produces assessments in the industry-standard format expected by principal contractors, project managers and HSE inspectors. Every document references the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and relevant site-specific legislation (e.g. Work at Height Regulations 2005, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002).
Can I add the site address and specific dimensions into the assessment?
Yes — include the full site address, plot numbers, boundary details, dimensions and any distinguishing features in your description. This information will be incorporated into the assessment to ensure it is genuinely site-specific.
Does it cover demolition and excavation work?
Yes — mention demolition scope, structural surveys, asbestos presence, underground services location, excavation depth and shoring requirements. The assessment will include CDM 2015 demolition notification requirements, confined space entry procedures and service strike prevention measures.
Also see: The ultimate guide to risk assessment · Do I need a risk assessment? · Risk assessment legal requirements · Risk assessment generator