ALARPprintsiip
ALARPprintsiip, often referred to as the ALARP principle, is a risk management concept widely applied in industries where safety is paramount. The acronym ALARP stands for "As Low As Reasonably Practicable." It signifies that the level of risk reduction should be proportionate to the level of risk involved. This means that further reductions in risk beyond a certain point are not required if the cost or effort involved would be grossly disproportionate to the further safety benefit gained.
The principle suggests a tiered approach to risk management. First, all foreseeable risks must be identified.
ALARP is not about eliminating all risk, which is often impossible or prohibitively expensive. Instead, it is