ALARPGrundsatz

ALARP Grundsatz is a German term that translates to "As Low As Reasonably Practicable Guide" in English. It is a guiding principle used to determine when a risk is acceptably low in terms of controlling its impact.

In its original context, ALARP was developed by the nuclear power industry in the United Kingdom as a way to prioritize risk reduction efforts. It was later adopted by other industries, including manufacturing and construction. The ALARP principle is often used to inform decision-making on investments related to health and safety, environmental protection, and quality.

The ALARP Grundsatz is based on a three-part tiered approach, which distinguishes between three types of risk: negligible, tolerable and ALARP. These tiers serve as a framework for assessing and managing risks. Risks are considered negligible when they are unlikely to cause harm. Tolerable risks, on the other hand, are hazards whose controls would lead to disproportionate costs compared to the level of protection they provide. The ALARP tier represents the threshold below which a further reduction in risk would not be justifiable economically.

When an activity falls within the ALARP tier, additional measures to mitigate the risk would not be reasonably practicable. This is typically the case when the cost of implementing risk control measures outweighs the expected benefits. Ultimately, the ALARP Grundsatz is an advisory principle that aims to provide guidance on investment decisions related to risk. Its specifics can be tailored to suit the requirements of individual organizations and projects.