This workshop will provide an overview on the approach to risk assessments and how to go about evaluating risks.

The workshop will cover:

• Understanding collisions
• The risk assessment process, identifying the hazard and who is at risk
• Evaluating the risk and deciding on precautions, what is the likelihood of the risk occurring and the potential severity
• Developing an assessment matrix or template
• An overview of the latest updates to the Walked Routes to School guidelines which have been introduced to improve consistency and aid clarity
• The benefits of reviewing historic walked routes assessment decisions, with an example of a historic route review in Dorset
• An outline of the Walked Routes to School training course delivered by TMS Consultancy, incorporating further detail on risk assessment methodology and its practical application to walked routes

The workshop will also provide an opportunity to ask questions and discuss the subject with fellow practitioners.

Jess Waldron, Director, TMS Consultancy

Jess Waldron is a Director at TMS Consultancy, with seven years at the company since joining in 2019 when TMS Consultancy became family owned.

Established in 1990, TMS Consultancy prides itself on bringing real-world knowledge into every training course. Sharing insights that go beyond the policy and practical tips delegates can put into practice straight away.

In March 2026, TMS ran a Walked Routes to School webinar with RSGB that saw strong uptake and engagement, reflecting the appetite for this topic ahead of this workshop.