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Topic: risk
Definition:

  • a source of danger
  • a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
  • "drinking alcohol is a health hazard" a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury
  • "he saw the rewards but not the risks of crime"
  • "there was a danger he would do the wrong thing" the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred the probability of being exposed to an infectious agent expose to a chance of loss or damage
  • "We risked losing a lot of money in this venture"
  • "Why risk your life?"
  • "She laid her job on the line when she told the boss that he was wrong" take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
  • "When you buy these stocks you are gambling"

    Related tag cloud:

  • management
  • risk management
  • insurance
  • safety
  • security
  • training
  • health
  • assessment
  • finance
  • consulting
  • investment
  • business
  • financial
  • software
  • risk assessment
  • research
  • analysis
  • derivatives
  • compliance
  • uk
  • engineering
    • Resources:

    Society for Risk Analysis
    The Society for Risk Analysis (SRA) provides an open forum for all those who are interested in risk analysis. Risk analysis is broadly defined to include risk assessment, risk characterization, risk communication, risk management, and policy relating to risk. Our interests include risks to human health and the environment, both built and natural.
    http://www.sra.org/

    RiskWorld
    Resources on risk assessment and risk management in medicine, environment, and society at large.
    http://www.riskworld.com/

    Your Cancer Risk: The Source on Prevention
    Interactive site to estimate your risk of cancer. Offers personalized tips for better health.
    http://www.yourcancerrisk.harvard.edu

    Bureau For At-Risk Youth
    Over 1000 unique resources for guidance counselors and others working with at-risk youth and their families. Includes videos, cd-roms, curriculum, and handouts.
    http://www.at-risk.com/