Test your knowledge with this short risk quiz (5 questions).
When you select an answer, the result and explanation will appear on the screen. (Alternatively, you can view a text only quiz transcript).
Remember to keep your own score.
Before you start the quiz, think about your own attitude to risk.
Which of the following statements about risk in voluntary organisations do you agree with?
A
It's good to take risks
B
It's best not to draw attention to risks
C
I worry about risks happening
D
My main priority is making people feel safe
It can be good to take risks but there is little value in taking risks just for the sake of it. The risk of a situation or event has to be evaluated specifically.
Also all organisations have a legal duty of care to avoid carelessly causing injury to people and can be held liable if it can be proved that the organisation has failed to take reasonable care.
Why?
Drawing attention to risks is important, because risks can then be evaluated and managed. If people are unaware of the risks they are more likely to be harmed by the hazards.
Organisations that assess and manage risks will be prepared to deal with a wide range of events. It is impossible to avoid risk altogether, although you can decide which ones you are prepared to accept.
Ensuring people are aware of risks and what precautions to take is crucial. If people are unaware of the risks they are more likely to be harmed by the hazards.
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