Risk Management (RM) for Small Unit Leaders (SULs) Practice Test

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• What is the purpose of the Risk Assessment Matrix (RAM) in RM (revisited)?
• What is a hazard log?
• Which RM step is the first to be performed in the process?
• What is the purpose of the Risk Assessment Matrix (RAM) in RM?
• In the ABCD Model, what does the 'A' stand for?
• Which of the following is a risk management principle?
• Which hazard severity category describes the most severe potential impact on people, equipment, or mission?
• Which is a correct description of hazard probability levels in RM?
• Which activity is part of the hazard identification step in RM?
• Who has the authority to accept risk in RM?
• When should RM be performed?
• Which principle emphasizes making risk decisions at the appropriate level?
• Which statement is about planning ahead to manage risk?
• What does the DoD HFACS flip-book primarily describe and how is it used?
• In risk management, a Hazard is synonymous with which operational term?
• Residual risk after applying controls is acceptable only when it meets defined criteria. True or false?
• Which of the following is a physical control?
• What constitutes an 'administrative control'?
• In the 5-step RM Process, which step involves implementing controls?
• Which two sub-steps are involved in making informed risk decisions?
• The_________ level of risk management is easiest applied in off-duty situations.
• The HFACS taxonomy identifies and quantifies human error and is structured into four categories. Which of the following is one of these categories?
• What is meant by a 'risk decision'?
• For hazard assessment, risk is determined by which two factors?
• Which statement best describes the benefits of Risk Management?
• In risk management, what is the goal when a physical control is added to mitigate a hazard?
• What does mitigating risk mean?
• What best describes supervision in risk management?
• What is the difference between eliminating and controlling a hazard?
• Which guideline describes doing the task with the risk controls and then debriefing after?
• What is hazard anticipation in RM?
• What does 'Transfer the Risk' mean?
• The principle of Accept No Unnecessary Risk emphasizes which approach?
• Which of the following is a valid reason to use a Risk Assessment Worksheet (RAW)?
• Which of the following is NOT a hazard probability level used in RM?
• What is the Naval Safety Center's mission?
• What is the intended outcome of effective risk management?
• How does time pressure affect RM?
• Which of the following is an engineering control example?
• Which Risk Management principle is demonstrated by thorough hazard identification and assessment to prevent needless jeopardy to Marines and equipment?
• When applying the process in sequence, which statement is true?
• What is the Marines Risk Management Flip-book described as?
• Hazard severity levels are categorized into five levels. Which option correctly lists these levels in order from most severe to least severe?
• Which of the following are typical convoy risk controls?
• The D in ABCD RM corresponds to which of the following RM steps?
• What should be included in an RM briefing for a small unit?
• Time Critical RM is used when which condition applies?
• What is 'root cause analysis' in RM context?
• What role does scenario-based training play in RM?
• Which element is NOT typically included in a hazard log?
• What determines if residual risk is acceptable?
• What constitutes an 'engineering control'?
• The result of hazard assessment is which of the following?
• During risk assessment, hazards are prioritized focusing on which threats first?
• In the beach hazard scenario, after a physical control (such as a wire fence) is installed to mitigate a hazard, what is the recommended next step?
• What is residual risk in RM?
• Which of the following best describes missing elements when human error exists in a mishap?
• In an RM briefing, who is typically identified as responsible for implementing controls?
• Integrating RM into planning at all levels and as early as possible provides the greatest opportunity to do what?
• Which approach is best when you have limited time and resources to develop a risk assessment, make a decision and act?
• Which statement describes the acceptable level of risk?
• What is the role of the SUL in RM during a live-fire exercise?
• What is the purpose of a risk decision in RM?
• Which of the following best illustrates an engineering control?
• Which statement best describes RM in a team setting?
• What are the three main types of controls in RM?
• In the TCRM ABCD Model, which option correctly identifies the action for Balance your resources?
• What is the final step in the 5-step Risk Management Process?
• What are the steps in the ABCD Model in the correct order?
• Which statement best describes the role of the Commandant of the Marine Corps (Safety Division) in RM?
• Which of the following is NOT a step in the 5-step Risk Management Process?
• How does the SUL determine if a risk level is acceptable?
• Which is NOT a category of RM risk controls described?
• Which of the following is a hazard that may be encountered on a patrol?
• In RM severity, how do catastrophic and severe differ?
• Which statement best describes Risk?
• Why is collaboration with other leaders important in RM?
• Where can you obtain the Marines Risk Management Flip-book?
• How is a hazard defined in Risk Management (RM)?
• What is residual risk in RM?
• What is the primary purpose of RM in small unit operations?
• What role does the Naval Safety Center play in safeguarding, according to the material?
• How do you implement RM during a mission with changing conditions?
• Which statement about RAC components is true?
• The JRAT is designed to assist Marines in risk decisions at what level?
• Which statement best describes a Time Critical RM approach?
• When you question your authority, knowledge, or experience necessary to determine whether the risk will outweigh the costs, what should you do?
• What is the goal of Risk Management?
• What is the purpose of debriefing after a mission in RM?
• A real or potential condition that can cause injury, illness, or death is defined as what?
• The Joint Risk Assessment Tool (JRAT) is described as providing what kind of tool to Marines?
• In the ABCD model, which item represents 'Do and debrief the event'?
• What does Mishap mean?
• What is the primary role of controls in RM?
• Which option best describes administrative controls?
• Which statement best describes the 5-Step Risk Management Process guidelines?
• After a mishap, which level will investigators normally first address during root cause analysis?
• What does What-if analysis involve in RM?
• How should unknown hazards be handled?
• In the Risk Management model used for small-unit leadership, what does the A represent?
• How is Risk defined?
• Which RM step focuses on supervising and evaluating the effectiveness of controls and making adjustments as needed?
• Under ROE, which action is required when there are no imminent threats?
• Which group should be involved for effectiveness?
• Which description best matches the In-depth Risk Management level?
• Which actions best describe how SULs ensure RM supervision during operations?
• Which of the following are the types of controls to determine in risk management?
• How should RM controls affect training outcomes?
• In the 5-step RM Process, which step involves making decisions?
• In a scenario where a unit halts before a risky bridge and requests aviation support to cross, this demonstrates which Risk Management principle?
• What is the purpose of the Web Enabled Safety System Safety Mishap Analysis and Retrieval Tool (WESS SMART)?
• How can RM apply to training exercises?
• Why is maintaining situational awareness important for communication in RM?
• How does 'mission change' affect RM?
• How can PPE help in RM?
• Which of the following best represents the ALARM mnemonic's expansion?
• What is a Course of Action (COA) in Risk Management (RM)?
• Which type of control is most associated with modifying the system to reduce risk?
• Select the activity listed below which is best associated with implementing the in-depth level of Risk Management.
• What best describes the objective of maintaining balance in the risk management process?
• In risk management terminology, what is a Hazard?
• What is risk tolerance?
• What type of risk control is reducing hazardous noise by design?
• Which of the following is a type of control?
• Which statement best defines a mishap?
• What are the three types of controls used to eliminate hazard or reduce risk?
• How should residual risk be documented?
• Which level of risk management is typically used for planned, well-understood operations?
• Wearing hearing protection when on the range is an example of which type of risk control?
• Anticipate and manage risk by planning: Which provides the greatest opportunity to make well-informed risk decisions and implement effective risk controls?
• Which control type is described as the least desirable and should be used only after engineering and administrative controls have been fully implemented?
• Which activity is the best example of the deliberate level of risk management?
• Which features characterize the Deliberate Risk Management level?
• The Statement 'You fare more likely to control risks when they are identified earlier rather than later' is associated with what Risk Management principle?
• What is the most common way to document the risk management process?
• Which statement best reflects the importance of situational awareness (SA) for communication during operations?
• What is the role of the Marine Corps Center for Lessons Learned (MCCLL)?
• In HFACS taxonomy, which of the following is one of the four main categories used to classify human error?
• What is the purpose of a pre-mission risk assessment (PMRA)?
• How does weather impact RM?
• During deliberate planning for an offensive operation, the mission requires crossing a wide river with a swift current. Requesting an Engineer company with a ribbon-bridge is an example of which type of risk control option?
• Risk decisions should be made by whom?
• Which of the following depicts the 5-step Risk Management Process in the correct order?
• Crossing a river by using an existing bridge demonstrates which Risk Management Principle?
• What is the primary objective of the risk management process as described in the material?
• What is the RM process description for small-unit operations?
• Which is an example of the second step, assess hazards, in the 5-step Risk Management Process?
• How can a SUL perform RM for a convoy operation?
• In RM, if a hazard can be eliminated completely, what is the effect on the risk level?
• An unnecessary risk is defined as...
• In the 5-step RM Process, which step involves identifying hazards?
• Which option best captures the concept of 'assertiveness' in preventing human error?
• Choose an example of a physical control.
• What is required when implementing controls?
• What is the 'control measure hierarchy'?
• Which statement best reflects the iterative nature of RM?
• Which principle is best demonstrated by applying the Risk Management Process as early as possible to provide the greatest opportunity to make well-informed decisions and implant risk controls?
• What is the Risk Assessment Code (RAC) used for?
• Which is a practical example of an engineering control in the field?
• What does 'Avoid the Risk' mean?
• Which of the following is a typical Administrative control?
• Which category includes warnings, markings, signs, policies, SOPs, and training personnel?
• Which option is an administrative control for a patrol?
• The _________ level of risk management applies when on-the-run decisions are needed at the beginning of or during the execution of a task or mission.
• A hazard is defined as what?
• Involvement in the risk management process should include which group?
• What is the relationship between RM and safety?
• In the ABCD RM model, which step is focused on balancing resources and weighing risk control options after assessing the situation?
• Which of the following illustrates Time Critical Risk Management?
• Which of the following expresses the principle not to accept unnecessary risk?
• What does 'Reject the Risk' mean?
• What is the primary goal of the Human Performance Optimization (HPO) information provided by HPRC?
• What is the primary method described to compensate for potential losses to ensure mission success?
• The Web Enabled Safety System (WESS) provides online access to which type of reports stored in the Naval Safety Center?
• What does 'Delay an Action' mean?
• Which scenario would not typically involve Time Critical Risk Management?
• The TRavel Risk Planning System (TRiPS) serves what purpose for Marines?
• How might cultural or organizational factors impact RM?
• Which is the correct order of the RM process steps in the ABCD Model?
• A battalion Commander and her staff conduct a Marine Crops Planning Process (MCPP) session to develop an operations order (OPORD) for an upcoming offensive operation. The operation begins in 96 hours. The MCPP session would fall under which Risk Management level?
• In the ABCD Model, which option best represents the 'B' element?
• In RM terms, how do hazard and risk differ?
• After implementing RM controls, what should a SUL do?
• Why is debrief after RM execution important?
• Which approach best describes hazard prioritization in RM?
• Which sequence correctly lists the five steps of the Army Risk Management process for Small Unit Leaders (SULs)?
• Which of the following is an example of the second step, assess hazards, in the 5-step Risk Management Process?
• The request for an Engineer company with a ribbon-bridge is an example of which type of risk control option?
• How can SULs use checklists in RM?
• How can SULs use 'What-if' analysis in RM?
• Which activity best supports maintaining RM readiness over time?
• Prioritize types of controls from most preferred to least preferred.
• What is the purpose of the DoD HFACS flip-book?