Workplace Cold Risk Assessment Tool
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Assess and document workplace cold risk properly — in minutes, not hours.
A self-contained digital tool that walks you through a structured workplace cold risk assessment, gives you a clear risk rating with the reasoning shown, and produces a dated record you can print, sign and keep on file. Built around recognised HSE thermal-comfort and cold-working factors. Buy once, download, use on any device — no subscription, no login, no data leaves your browser.
What it does
UK law sets no minimum working temperature, but recognises 16°C (13°C for strenuous work) as a benchmark and requires employers to assess cold as a hazard and act on it. This tool takes you through that assessment step by step and turns your answers into a defensible written record.
- Nine recognised cold-working factors — air temperature, wind chill, wet conditions, clothing & PPE, work rate, exposure time, hand/dexterity tasks, ice & slippery surfaces, and higher-risk workers.
- A clear risk level — Low, Moderate, High or Severe — with the reasoning shown on screen, not hidden in a black box.
- Matched control measures — a prioritised list of recognised cold-working controls generated from your specific answers, with tick-off so you can record what you've already done.
- Higher-risk worker follow-up — required next steps where your workforce includes more vulnerable people (recorded by category only, never individual health details).
- Built-in temperature log — record actual readings on cold days, because keeping it current is part of a defensible assessment.
- Sign-off & review — assessor signature and review date fields, then print or save the whole assessment as a PDF.
Who it's for
Employers, managers, site supervisors, facilities and H&S coordinators responsible for people working in cold conditions — outdoor and construction sites, warehousing and cold storage, logistics, agriculture, grounds and maintenance, and any workplace where winter temperatures, wind or wet are a factor.
How it works
- Instant download after purchase — a single HTML file.
- Opens in any modern web browser on desktop, tablet or phone. Nothing to install.
- Runs entirely offline in your browser. The details you enter are never stored or transmitted.
- Reusable — run a fresh assessment for each site, season or cold snap as often as you need.
FAQ
Is this a substitute for a professional risk assessment?
No. It's an assessment aid that helps you carry out and document your own assessment. It does not replace a suitable and sufficient risk assessment or professional advice, and it isn't a guarantee of compliance. You remain responsible for the assessment and the actions you take.
What format is it, and what do I need to run it?
A single self-contained HTML file. Open it in any modern web browser — Chrome, Edge, Safari or Firefox — on a computer, tablet or phone. There's nothing to install and no internet connection needed once downloaded.
Does it store or send my data anywhere?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser. The site details, answers and readings you enter are never saved to a server or transmitted — they exist only in your session until you print or save your assessment.
Can I reuse it for different sites?
Yes. Run it as many times as you like for different locations, seasons or conditions. Each assessment is independent, and you can print or save a separate dated record for each.
How do I get my completed assessment on paper or as a PDF?
When you reach the result, use the "Print / save as PDF" button. It opens your browser's print dialogue, where you can print directly or choose "Save as PDF" to keep a digital copy on file.
Important. This is an assessment aid, not legal advice and not a guarantee of compliance. It helps you carry out and document your own assessment; it does not replace a suitable and sufficient risk assessment or professional advice. Outputs are indicative only and should be checked by a competent person. These tools are the property of DM Apps and are licensed for your own use; they may not be resold or redistributed.
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Tested on some Android devices including the Samsung Galaxy tab II and the Kindle Fire HD.
Beyond this is should work on most other Android devices but there may be some exceptions depending on OS version and browser used.
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