Risk assessment is a very vital procedure that every employer should address. Here are some of the few benefits of risk assessment employers should know. Firstly, it helps you to create awareness of existing hazards and risks at your workplace. It is an ideal way to identify who is at risk: the employees, contractors, or even the public. It is a good way to identify if existing control measures are adequate. Risk assessment prevents injuries and illnesses when done at the design and planning stage. It helps you to prioritize hazard and control measures at the workplace.