Riskipisteisiin

Riskipisteisiin refers to a risk assessment approach used in Finnish-language contexts where hazards are quantified by assigning numerical points to both the likelihood of occurrence and the severity of consequence. The resulting risk score is used to rank risks and guide mitigation priorities. The method is descriptive and can be adapted across industries such as construction, manufacturing, and healthcare.

How it works: hazards are identified and described, then scored on defined scales for likelihood (often 1–5) and impact (often 1–5). The points are combined, commonly by multiplication, to produce a risk score. Some implementations use addition or weighted formulas. The scores are mapped to risk levels (for example low, medium, high, critical), which in turn trigger specific actions such as controls, monitoring, or reassessment at set intervals.

Strengths and limitations: riskipisteisiin provides a transparent, comparable metric that supports prioritization and clear communication of risk. However, scores can reflect subjective judgments, depend on the design of the scales, and may not fully capture systemic or cascading risks. Regular review and calibration against real incidents and other indicators are recommended. It is often used alongside broader risk management frameworks, such as ISO 31000.

Example: a wet-floor hazard might be scored as likelihood 3 and impact 4, yielding a score of 12 and a high-risk level. Recommended controls could include signage, prompt cleaning, and preventive measures, with residual risk tracked over time.

See also: risk assessment, risk management, ISO 31000.