In the Pest Control sector, risk assessment is extremely important to guarantee the overall security and correct management of disinfestation treatments.

1. Risk calculation:

   • Risk is calculated by multiplying two fundamental indices: the likelihood of occurrence of a harmful event and the severity of the related consequences.

2. Risk index weighting:

   • After obtaining the risk index, it is evaluated taking into account the specific site context. For example, a high risk in an external area far from the plant may require different corrective actions than a high risk detected inside a production department or where raw materials are exposed.

3. Use of the risk assessment matrix:

   • The risk assessment matrix offers a synthetic document that can be compared to an Analysis of Risks for Safety at Work or a Safety Plan. This document aims to show the customer what could happen if the suggested monitoring plan is not carried out, together with the corrective actions.

4. Role of the synthetic risk assessment in the offer phase:

   • The synthetic risk assessment is akey point also in the offer phase. It avoids to give too many details to the potential customer, reducing the risk that they may try to handle the pest control themselves or share those details with a competitor.

To sum up the risk assessment in Pest Control does not only guarantee safety in the workplace and the correct management of operations but it is also essential for providing the customer with clear and preventive information to safeguard the environment and public health.