1) To assess the severity or consequence of the hazard, what category does it fit in?
Negligible - negligible or no injuries or illness, no treatment required.
Minor - Injuries or illness requiring first aid, can be carried out on site.
Moderate - Injuries or illness requiring medical attention off-site.
Major - extensive injuries or severe illness requiring hospitalisation.
2) To assess the likelihood of injury or illness occurring, what category does it fit in?
Very Likely - expected to occur in most circumstances.
Likely - Will probably occur in most circumstances.
Moderate - Should occur at some time.
Unlikely - Could occur at some time.
Rare - May occur only in exceptional circumstances.
