What is the third stage of a risk assessment in the dental workplace?

The third stage of a risk assessment in the dental workplace is to evaluate the risk. This step involves reviewing the findings from the risk identification stage and determining the potential impact of identified hazards. By evaluating the risk, dental professionals can prioritize which risks require immediate attention or further action based on their likelihood of occurrence and the severity of potential outcomes.

This stage is critical for developing effective control measures, as it allows practitioners to understand the scope of the risks and to make informed decisions about how to mitigate them. It essentially lays the groundwork for the subsequent stage, where the focus shifts to controlling or mitigating the identified risks to ensure a safe working environment for both staff and patients.