University of Tasmania, Australia

The University of Tasmania recognises that hazard identification, risk assessment and controls are a critical part of Work Health and Safety.  Information on how to identify hazards, assess and control risks is contained within the UTas Risk Management Minimum Standard - Projects and Tasks.

It is advisable to download and familarise yourself with this standard which is available at

Risk Management Project and Task Minimum Standard

The links below provide detailed information on Key Risks in the workplace:

• Agriculture
• Bio Safety
• Chemicals, Hazardous Chemicals 
• Contractor Management
• Diving
• Driving
• Field Work
• High Risk Work and Permit to Work
• Manual Handling/Ergonomics
• Plant 
• Psychosocial
• Radiation
• Travel