Risk Assessment for RSC events
A risk assessment form must be filled out for every RSC event organised by RSC members and staff including Local Sections, Subject Groups & Sectors, Regions and any other member groups of the RSC. Please read the Procedure for Risk Management of Events before carrying out a risk assessment.
Red Risk Assessment forms must be submitted to Pauline Meakins at least two weeks prior to the event. Please use the online form for 'red' events, i.e. events using hazardous substances.
Four examples of good practice on how to fill in a 'red' category event form are available as examples.
If you are transporting chemicals please ensure you read the booklet on Transporting Chemicals for Lecture Demonstrations and Similar Purposes.
Should an accident or incident occur at an RSC Event , please complete the Accident/Incident Form.
Submit your form online for 'red' category events.
Downloadable Files
Procedure for Risk Management of Events
This document should be read prior to carrying out a risk assessment for any RSC member event. It includes guidance and printable forms for the three risk categories: 'red', 'green' and 'blue'.
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Frequently Asked Questions by Category
General questions about filling in Risk Assessment Forms divided by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
General questions about filling in Risk Assessment Forms
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Transporting chemicals for lecture demonstrations & similar purposes
Guidance on transporting chemicals and simple rules to be followed
PDF (259k)
Accident/Incident Procedure Form
If an accident/incident/near miss occurs at an RSC event, then please contact the relevant RSC staff member as soon as possible
PDF (66k)
Example 1: Red Risk Assessment Form
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Example 2: Red Risk Assessment Form
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Example 3: Red Risk Assessment Form
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Example 4: Red Risk Assessment Form
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Contact and Further Information
Pauline Meakins
External Promotion Manager
Royal Society of Chemistry, Thomas Graham House, Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge CB4 0WF
Tel: +44 (0)1223 432266
Fax: +44 (0)1223 426594
