Managing WHS risks is ongoing. You should work through the risk management steps when: 

• starting a new business 

• expanding or purchasing an existing business 

• designing products, processes, or places for work 

• changing your work practices, procedures, or environment 

• changing your organisational structure or job roles 

• introducing new or returning workers to the workplace 

• purchasing new or used equipment 

• using new substances 

• working with a new supplier 

• working with a new commissioner of your services 

• planning to improve productivity or reduce costs 

• new information about workplace risks becomes available 

• responding to workplace incidents (even if they have caused no injury) 

• responding to concerns raised by workers, health and safety representatives or others at the workplace 

• required by the WHS regulations for specific hazards.