Document background
The Service User Risk Assessment Form is a mandatory document required under Australian health and safety regulations for organizations providing direct services to clients. It serves as a critical tool for identifying, assessing, and managing potential risks associated with service delivery. The document must be completed prior to service commencement and reviewed periodically or when circumstances change. It incorporates requirements from various Australian legislations including the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, Privacy Act 1988, and sector-specific regulations. The form ensures service providers maintain appropriate duty of care while protecting both service users and staff. It includes comprehensive risk evaluation across multiple domains, control measures, emergency procedures, and review mechanisms, forming an essential component of organizational risk management and quality assurance systems.
