As businesses return to full pace after the summer period, now is the ideal time to review your compliance arrangements and identify any areas that need attention before the end of the year.

Use this checklist to assess the key areas of your business.

1. Risk Assessments

☐ Review all current risk assessments.

☐ Check whether workplace changes have introduced new risks.

☐ Ensure assessments reflect current working practices.

☐ Confirm control measures remain effective.

☐ Schedule reviews for any overdue assessments.

Ask yourself: Do our risk assessments accurately reflect how we operate today?

2. Staff Training

☐ Check mandatory training records are up to date.

☐ Identify any overdue refresher training.

☐ Verify that new starters have completed required training.

☐ Review training requirements for managers and supervisors.

☐ Update your training matrix where required.

Ask yourself: Could we evidence employee training if requested?

3. Policies and Procedures

☐ Review health and safety policies.

☐ Review HR policies and employee handbook content.

☐ Check policies remain aligned with current business practices.

☐ Ensure employees can access relevant policies.

☐ Update any outdated documentation.

Ask yourself: Are our policies practical, relevant and understood by employees?

4. Accident and Incident Reporting

☐ Review recent accidents, incidents and near misses.

☐ Check investigations have been completed.

☐ Confirm corrective actions have been implemented.

☐ Identify any recurring trends or concerns.

☐ Ensure reporting procedures are being followed consistently.

Ask yourself: Are we learning from incidents and preventing repeat occurrences?

5. Workplace Inspections

☐ Review recent workplace inspection records.

☐ Check housekeeping standards.

☐ Inspect equipment and work areas for defects.

☐ Review fire safety arrangements.

☐ Confirm outstanding actions have been completed.

Ask yourself: Are there any unresolved issues that could create future risks?

6. Employee Wellbeing

☐ Check workloads and staffing levels remain appropriate.

☐ Review support available for employee wellbeing.

☐ Consider whether any workplace changes have affected staff.

☐ Ensure managers know how to signpost support.

☐ Encourage employees to raise any concerns.

Ask yourself: Are we supporting the wellbeing of our people as we enter a busy period?

7. Compliance Action Plan

☐ Record any gaps identified during your review.

☐ Prioritise actions based on risk and impact.

☐ Assign responsibilities and deadlines.

☐ Monitor progress against actions.

☐ Schedule the next compliance review.

Ask yourself: Do we have a clear plan to address any areas requiring improvement?

Is Your Business Ready for the Final Quarter?

September is the perfect time to review your compliance arrangements and make sure your business is prepared for the months ahead. A proactive review can help you stay compliant, manage risk effectively and avoid issues later in the year.

Need support? Our Risk Solutions team can provide expert guidance and practical support tailored to your organisation.

Call 01427 420 404 or email risksolutions@skaltd.co.uk