Document background
The Risk Assessment Plan is a mandatory document under Belgian workplace safety legislation, specifically required by the Well-being at Work Act of 1996 and its implementing royal decrees. It serves as a fundamental tool for identifying, evaluating, and managing workplace risks across all organizational activities. The plan must be developed and maintained by all employers operating in Belgium, regardless of their size or sector, and should be regularly updated to reflect changing workplace conditions. This document forms part of the broader workplace prevention policy required by Belgian law and must incorporate both general risks and specific hazards relevant to the organization's activities. The Risk Assessment Plan should be developed in consultation with prevention advisors, workplace health and safety committees, and where applicable, external prevention services.
