An up-to-date RI&E: from legal requirement to practical action plan
Every employer in the Netherlands must have an up-to-date risk inventory and evaluation (RI&E) suited to the organisation, activities and risks. Its mandatory action plan records the measures to be taken, who is responsible and when improvements will be completed.
Bennani Veiligheidskundige helps you identify and evaluate risks and translate the findings into a clear, workable approach.
Our approach
- We discuss your organisation, workplaces, employees and activities.
- We review relevant documents and carry out interviews and an on-site walk-through.
- We identify and evaluate risks to safety, health and well-being.
- We prioritise measures according to risk severity and the occupational hygiene strategy.
- We record actions, owners and deadlines in an action plan.
- If required, we support implementation, evaluation and future updates.
Validation and keeping the assessment current
In most cases, an RI&E must be validated by a certified occupational health service or certified core specialist. Conditional exemptions exist for some small organisations, for example when a current, recognised sector instrument is used. Applicability depends on factors such as employee numbers, total hours worked and the instrument used.
An RI&E is not a one-off exercise. Changes in work methods, organisation, equipment or risks — and relevant incidents — should prompt a review of whether an update is needed.
Need to prepare, update or implement your RI&E? Contact info@b-veiligheidskundige.nl.