Document background
The Occupational Therapy Risk Assessment is a critical document required under Belgian law to evaluate and document potential risks in occupational therapy interventions and workplace settings. It is primarily used when implementing new therapeutic programs, assessing workplace modifications, or evaluating return-to-work scenarios. The document incorporates requirements from the Belgian Code on Well-being at Work, the Healthcare Act, and relevant EU directives. It includes comprehensive assessment of physical, cognitive, and environmental risks, current control measures, and detailed recommendations for risk mitigation. This assessment serves multiple purposes: ensuring patient/worker safety, maintaining regulatory compliance, establishing liability protection, and documenting therapeutic decision-making. It is particularly crucial in cases involving workplace modifications, rehabilitation programs, or when addressing specific occupational health concerns.
