Risk assessments are a critical part of ensuring the safety and well-being of children in early learning services across Australia. They help identify potential hazards, assess the level of risk, and implement strategies to minimize or eliminate those risks. The following article provides information on Key Steps in Risk Assessments, Mandatory Risk Assessments, Why Risk Assessments Are Necessary, Key Roles in Risk Management, How Often Do Services Need To Conduct Risk Assessments?, Risk Matrix, Completing A Risk Assessment and more.