An assessment of major accident to the environment (MATTE) is a critical element of the risk management practice required to ensure compliance with COMAH Regulations. It is not possible to provide a scientific definition of the changes in the environment caused by an event at an establishment that would constitute a major accident to the environment.

At KK Risk, we believe the more extensive the areas and quantities of natural and semi-natural resources damaged as a result of a major accident event, the longer the effects are likely to last, and the more intense or severe these effects, then the more likely it is that the major accident event should be regarded as a major accident to the environment.

Despite the uncertainties inherent in a MATTE assessment, KK Risk believe that the assessment should be carried out as part of the overall risk management process for controlling hazards that have been identified as having the potential to cause harm to the environment.

Our depth of experience and expertise makes us uniquely placed to lead and deliver MATTE assessments that meets the requirements of the COMAH Competent Authority.