NEW AND EXPECTANT MOTHERS (NEM) RISK ASSESSMENT CHECKLIST NEM (Feb/2025) Newsletter Basic Details This assessment should be considered by both the pregnant woman and a supervisor; a completed copy should be given to the person subject to this assessment. The assessment may need to be reviewed more than once as the pregnancy or return to work develops. It should always be reviewed at the request of the New and Expectant Mother. The assessment should clearly state what control measures are already in place and indicate the required new control measures. Confirmation regarding the implementation of new control measures should be given in the comments section First NameLast NameEmailLocation- Select -DBS - CityDBS - AsdaDBS - TescoOtherMention the other LocationIs this the first assessment for this pregnancy? Yes NoIf NO, when was the last assessment date?PreviousNextMovement & PostureDoes the job involve awkward twisting or stretching? Yes NoControl MeasuresDoes the staff has to stand for periods of, for example more than two-three hours without a break? Yes NoControl MeasuresDoes she have to sit for periods of more than two-three hours? Yes NoControl MeasuresAre there space restrictions (for example, working behind a desk)? Yes No If yes, will these cause more restricted movement as the pregnancy develops?PreviousNextManual HandlingDoes the job involve twisting, stooping or stretching to lift objects? Yes NoControl MeasuresDoes the job involve the lifting, pushing or pulling of heavy loads? Yes NoControl MeasuresDoes the job involve rapid repetitive lifting (even of lighter objects)? Yes NoControl MeasuresDoes the job involve lifting objects that are difficult to grasp or awkward to hold? Yes NoControl MeasuresPreviousNextProtective Equipment & UniformsIf the woman needs to wear protective aprons, overalls etc., are they provided in suitable sizes? Yes NoControl MeasuresIf uniforms are obligatory are they provided in maternity sizes? Yes NoControl MeasuresAre the materials used comfortable for all pregnant women to wear? Yes NoControl MeasuresPreviousNextHazardous Substances – Infection Risks & ChemicalsAre there any infection risks in the work? For example: Clearing up spilled body fluids or disposing of used syringes. Yes NoControl MeasuresDoes the woman work with raw meats? Yes NoIf yes to either of the above, are hygiene precautions adequate?Are any chemicals used at work known to be of risk to women of child bearing age? Yes NoIf yes to above, are pregnant workers kept away from work that could increase exposure?PreviousNextWorking TimeIs the woman expected to work long hours or overtime? Yes NoControl MeasuresDoes she have some flexibility or choice over her working hours? Yes NoControl MeasuresDoes the work involve very early starts or late finishes? Yes NoControl MeasureDoes the work involve night work between the hours of, for example, 11pm to 7am? Yes NoControl MeasuresPreviousNextWork-Related StressAre there tasks which are known to be particularly stressful, for example dealing with irate customers? Yes NoControl MeasuresAre colleagues and supervisors supportive toward the pregnant worker? Yes NoControl MeasuresIs the woman aware of what to do if she feels she is being bullied or victimised? Yes NoControl MeasuresHas the individual risk assessment taken into account any concerns the woman has about her own pregnancy? Yes NoControl MeasuresPreviousNextEXTREMES OF COLD OR HEATDoes the work involve exposure to temperatures that are uncomfortably cold (below 16ºC) or hot (above 27ºC)? Yes NoControl MeasuresIf protective clothing is provided against the cold is it suitable for the pregnant worker? Yes NoControl MeasuresIs the worker exposed to cold draughts even when the average temperature is acceptable? Yes NoControl MeasuresAre there arrangements for sufficient breaks and access to hot or cold drinks? Yes NoControl MeasuresPreviousNextWORK AT HEIGHT Does the work involve a lot of climbing up and down steps or ladders? Yes NoControl MeasuresDoes the work involve carrying items up or down stairs or ladders? Yes NoControl MeasuresIf a mobile platform is used to access higher levels, is there enough room for a pregnant worker to use it safely? Yes NoControl MeasuresPreviousNextWORK RELATED VIOLENCEIs the job one which is perceived to have a high risk of violence (for example security work, single staffing in a petrol station)? Yes NoControl MeasuresIs there always support at hand to help any staff who may be threatened or abused by customers? Yes NoControl MeasuresAre managers and supervisors aware of the extra risks posed by violence to pregnant women? Yes NoControl MeasuresPreviousNextWELFARE ISSUESIs there somewhere quiet for pregnant workers to rest or lie down? Yes NoControl MeasuresAre new or expectant mothers provided easy access to toilets and allowed sufficient breaks, where needed? Yes NoControl MeasuresIs there a clean, private area to express breast milk? Yes NoControl MeasuresIs there somewhere safe for them to store expressed milk? Yes NoControl MeasuresPreviousNextComments(Include confirmation of any changes adopted or new control measures introduced)Signature Staff Sign Date of assessmentName of the supervisorSignature Supervisor Sign Previous Complete
