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Risk Matrix

  • Posted by Rodie Macrae on 23 June 2025 at 2:28 pm

    Good afternoon, all.

    We are currently reviewing our risk matrix, as we feel our existing one is no longer fit for purpose.

    Would anyone be willing to share their risk matrix with me for some perspective?

    At present, we use the standard likelihood vs. consequence model, resulting in a scale from very low to extreme.

    Rodie Macrae replied 9 hours, 21 minutes ago 2 Members · 2 Replies
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  • Stephen Small

    Member
    23 June 2025 at 2:46 pm

    Hi Rodie

    We have recently reviewed ours and kept the 5×5 matrix, however the most important thing we did is add a set of descriptors for both Likelihood and Consequence to both remove subjectivity between people (your possible is my likely), and to be able to compare risks across the entire company (H&S vs Public Safety vs Network etc).

    I will send you a copy of our Risk Management Standard, which provides the detail behind my summary.

    Cheers

    Stephen.

    • Rodie Macrae

      Member
      23 June 2025 at 2:49 pm

      Thanks, Stephen, much appreciated.

      Cheers, Rodie.

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