Pregnant worker risk assessments
Our pregnant worker risk assessments help employers to ensure that their working conditions do not put a pregnant worker or their baby’s health at risk.
We educate both the expectant mother and their employer about potential risks that the expectant mother may be exposed to. Our consultants will advise on how to reduce any risks to ensure that they have an ergonomically safe environment to work in until maternity leave.
Why are risk assessments important?
Hormonal changes in pregnant women will affect their ligaments, increasing susceptibility to strain and injury especially if they have poor working postures. In addition, hormonal changes may cause nausea and fatigue.
Due to the increase of blood flowing around the pregnant woman’s body they are more likely to feel hot and faint. This also makes them more susceptible to swollen hands and feet and at a relatively higher risk of developing deep vein thrombosis.
Accidents, sprains and strains may occur due to the increased abdominal size of the worker and also through impaired dexterity, balance, agility and speed of movement.
How long does a maternity assessment take?
The maternity assessment will take approximately 1 hour and can be undertaken either remotely or face to face.
Whats included
Following the assessment, a report will be produced discussing observations taken by the ergonomic specialist and their recommendations with regards to equipment, workstation set-up, working tasks, working postures and training. The report will also provide advice on any future actions that both employer and expectant mother need to consider throughout the pregnancy.