Document background
A Workplace Risk Assessment is a fundamental document required under Austrian labor law that forms the cornerstone of organizational workplace safety and health protection. This document is mandated by the ArbeitnehmerInnenschutzgesetz (ASchG) and must be conducted for all workplaces, with regular updates when circumstances change or at least every few years. The assessment systematically identifies and evaluates workplace hazards, documents existing control measures, and outlines required actions to minimize risks. It must address various risk categories including physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychological hazards, while considering specific requirements for vulnerable groups such as pregnant workers or young employees. The document serves multiple purposes: ensuring legal compliance, protecting worker health and safety, providing a basis for safety training, and demonstrating due diligence in case of workplace incidents.
