In risk assessment, which action comes after assessing hazards?

After assessing hazards in risk assessment, the logical next step is to make risk decisions. This involves analyzing the information gathered about hazards and determining the level of risk they pose to individuals, equipment, or operations. The decisions made can include whether to accept, mitigate, or eliminate the risks based on their assessed severity and likelihood.

Making risk decisions allows organizations to prioritize actions based on the levels of risk identified. This is essential in developing a cohesive strategy for safety and risk management, where the goal is to protect personnel and assets effectively.

While implementing controls is a critical part of risk management, it typically follows the decision-making process, where conclusions about how to handle each risk are made first. Identifying hazards is an earlier step that occurs before assessment, and supervision, while vital for ensuring compliance and adherence to safety protocols, operates on a different level of risk management.