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HSE 123 Risk Matrix Assignment

The document explains the concept of a Risk Matrix, a tool used in risk management to evaluate and prioritize risks based on their likelihood and potential impact. It outlines a hierarchy of risk levels from Low to High, detailing the priority and management strategies for each category. Additionally, it describes the steps to effectively use a hierarchical risk matrix and highlights its benefits for visual clarity, resource allocation, and improved decision-making.

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HSE 123 Risk Matrix Assignment

The document explains the concept of a Risk Matrix, a tool used in risk management to evaluate and prioritize risks based on their likelihood and potential impact. It outlines a hierarchy of risk levels from Low to High, detailing the priority and management strategies for each category. Additionally, it describes the steps to effectively use a hierarchical risk matrix and highlights its benefits for visual clarity, resource allocation, and improved decision-making.

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Health, Safety,and environment (HSE) course

Assignment By:
OBISESAN PHILIP TIMOTHY

1. What is Risk Matrix?


A Risk Matrix is a tool used in risk management to evaluate and prioritize risks by assessing
their likelihood of occurrence and the potential impact on an organization or project. It is typically
represented as a grid, where one axis (usually the vertical axis) represents the likelihood of a
risk occurring, and the other axis (usually the horizontal axis) represents the severity or impact
of the risk.

2. List and explain the hierarchy of risk matrix?


The hierarchy of a risk matrix, often visualized through the color-coded grid, helps prioritize risks
based on their assessed likelihood and impact. Here’s a detailed breakdown of this hierarchy:

1. Low Risk (Green Zone)


- Likelihood : Low
- Impact : Low
- Priority : Low priority for action. These risks are monitored but generally require minimal
management effort.

2. Medium-Low Risk (Yellow-Green Zone)


- Likelihood : Medium
- Impact : Low
- Priority : Moderate priority. These risks might require some mitigation strategies but are not
critical.

3. Medium Risk (Yellow Zone)


- Likelihood : Low to Medium
- Impact : Medium
- Likelihood : Medium to High
- Impact : Low
- Priority : Medium priority. These risks should be managed actively to prevent escalation.

4. Medium-High Risk (Orange Zone)


- Likelihood : High
- Impact : Medium
- Likelihood : Medium
- Impact : High
- Priority : High priority. These risks demand significant attention and should be addressed
with robust mitigation plans.

5. High Risk (Red Zone)


- Likelihood : High
- Impact : High
- Priority : Highest priority. These risks are critical and require immediate and
comprehensive action to mitigate or manage.

Steps to Use a Hierarchical Risk Matrix:

1. Identify Risks : List all potential risks.


2. Assess Likelihood and Impact : Evaluate each risk for its likelihood of occurrence and
potential impact.
3. Plot Risks on the Matrix : Place each risk in the appropriate cell of the matrix.
4. Determine Risk Level : Identify the color-coded risk level for each plotted risk.
5. Prioritize and Manage Risks :
- Low Risk : Monitor periodically.
- Medium-Low to Medium Risks : Develop and implement mitigation plans.
- Medium-High to High Risks : Prioritize for immediate action with detailed management
strategies.
6. Review and Update : Regularly review and update the risk matrix to reflect any changes in
risk assessments or the emergence of new risks.

Benefits of a Hierarchical Risk Matrix:

- Visual Clarity : Easy to see which risks need immediate attention.

- Efficient Resource Allocation : Helps allocate resources to manage risks effectively.

- Improved Decision-Making : Facilitates better strategic decisions by highlighting


critical risks.
The hierarchical structure of a risk matrix ensures that risks are systematically evaluated and
managed according to their priority, ensuring effective risk management across projects and
organizations.

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