Office Work Environment Risk Assessments
Delivered by Industry-Leading Health Professionals
Office work environments contain a range of physical, ergonomic and task-related risks that are often overlooked. Our Office Work Environment Risk Assessments identify these risks and provide practical, evidence-based recommendations to improve safety, comfort and productivity—while supporting WHS compliance and injury prevention.
Each assessment is tailored to your organisation, workforce and industry, from construction, manufacturing and logistics through to councils, government departments and small businesses.
Delivered by highly experienced Physiotherapists, Osteopaths and Exercise Physiologists, our assessments go beyond checklists—providing actionable insights that support sustainable work and measurable outcomes. Trusted by some of Australia’s most recognised organisations, we deliver risk assessments that make a genuine, lasting difference.
Office Hazard & Risk Assessment
Ergonomic Work Environment Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
Our Office Hazard & Risk Assessment provides a comprehensive review of the entire office work environment, covering all work areas to ensure potential hazards and risks are identified, assessed and managed effectively.
The assessment is conducted using a structured framework informed by OfficeWise (WorkSafe) guidelines and best-practice risk assessment principles. This ensures a consistent, WHS-aligned approach while allowing recommendations to be tailored to your organisation and workforce.
Key areas reviewed
The assessment may include review of the following areas:
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Job design, work demands and training practices
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Office layout, including workstation placement, meeting rooms and breakout areas
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Workstations, workloads, task design, lighting and manual handling risks
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Noise levels and their impact on worker comfort and productivity
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Storage systems, housekeeping standards and cleaning methods
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Floors and stairs, including flooring type, access and trip hazards
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Computers, printers, copying and other office equipment
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Hazardous substances used or stored in the workplace
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Personal protective equipment (where applicable)
What’s involved
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Onsite inspection of the office environment to identify hazards and risk factors
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Assignment of a risk rating to each identified hazard (low, moderate or high)
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Consultation with key stakeholders, including HR, management, HSRs and office workers
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Development of practical, prioritised recommendations to reduce risk and improve safety
Outcomes
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A detailed written report covering all aspects of the office hazard and risk assessment
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Clear identification of immediate, medium and longer-term risk priorities
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Actionable recommendations to support risk reduction, safer work practices and WHS compliance
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A practical tool to support internal safety planning and continuous improvement
Investment
From $900 + GST
(Typically includes 2–3 hours onsite assessment plus reporting)
To discuss whether an Office Hazard & Risk Assessment is suitable for your workplace, please call 1300 519 951 or email admin@corporateworkhealth.com to speak with one of our consultants.
Workplace Ergonomic Assessment – Benefits for Organisations
Corporate Work Health Australia supports organisations to identify, assess and manage ergonomic and workplace risks across office environments—helping create safer, healthier and more productive workplaces.
Benefits to your organisation include:
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Support for OHS/WHS compliance through structured identification and management of workplace risks
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Early identification of ergonomic hazards that may contribute to injury or discomfort
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Practical opportunities to improve worker health, safety and wellbeing
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Increased comfort, efficiency and productivity across office-based teams
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Improved worker engagement, morale and confidence in workplace safety practices
Office Ergonomic Assessment – Benefits for Workers
Office ergonomic assessments take a collaborative, consultative approach, actively involving workers in identifying risks and improving their work environment. This approach supports shared responsibility for safety and empowers workers to take ownership of how they work.
Benefits for your team include:
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Greater consultation and involvement in workplace safety decisions
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Empowerment to be solution-focused and proactive about ergonomics
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Improved comfort, health and overall wellbeing at work
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Increased confidence in workstation setup and safe work practices
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Enhanced focus, efficiency and productivity throughout the workday
Organisations Who Trust Corporate Work Health Australia
government
council
nonprofit
nonprofit
nonprofit
Organisations Who Trust Our Work From Home Assessments & Ergonomic Workstation Setup
education
university
banking
finance
insurance
superannuation
accounting
legal
technology
communication
transport
logistics
mining
resources
manufacturing
agriculture
engineering
construction
property
architecture
retail
supermarket
Frequently Asked Questions
What constitutes an office risk assessment?
An office risk assessment involves an assessment of the following areas:
- Job design and training
- Office layout i.e. workstation layout and placement of workstations, meeting rooms and breakout room
- Workstations, workload, tasks, lighting, manual handling
- Noise i.e. review of noise to determine if noise is a potential hazard for worker comfort and productivity
- Storage, Housekeeping, Cleanliness & Cleaning Methods
- Floors and Stairs, including flooring type & trip hazards
- Computers, Copying & Other Equipment
- Hazardous Substances
- Personal Protective Equipment
What is the cost of an office risk assessment?
Investment:
Typical assessment starts at 2-3 hours onsite + reporting – $900 + GST
Call 1300 519 951 or email admin@corporateworkhealth.com to chat to our sales consultant today
What is the outcome of an office risk assessment?
The outcome:
Our consultants will provide you with a detailed report on all aspects of the office hazard and risk assessment. This will highlight areas of immediate concern and provide you with recommendations to help reduce the risk in the workplace.
Who is the consultant who completes the office risk assessment?
Your consultant will be a qualified health practitioner with many years experience in occupational health.
Your consultant will have a qualification in one of the following:
- Osteopathy
- Physiotherapy
- Exercise Physiology
- Occupational Therapy