faranalys

Faranalys is the process of systematically identifying, evaluating, and controlling hazards to achieve acceptable levels of safety and risk across an organization. In Swedish usage, the term translates to risk analysis or hazard analysis and is applied in safety management, engineering, healthcare, IT, and environmental work.

Typical steps include hazard identification, risk assessment (estimating likelihood and severity), risk prioritization, selection of mitigation measures, and verification and monitoring. The process culminates in a risk register and a treatment plan with assigned owners and timelines. It is intended to be iterative, with ongoing reassessment as conditions change.

Popular methods range from qualitative approaches such as checklists and risk matrices to semi-quantitative and quantitative techniques like Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP), fault tree analysis, and probabilistic risk assessment. Techniques are often combined and supported by data from audits, incident reports, tests, and field measurements.

Faranalys is used in many sectors, including construction, manufacturing, energy, transport, healthcare, and information technology. It informs decision making, prioritizes safety controls, guides compliance with laws and standards, and supports continuous improvement and resilience.

Standards and frameworks commonly referenced include ISO 31000 for risk management, ISO 14971 for risk management of medical devices, IEC 31010 for risk assessment techniques, and sector-specific guidelines. The quality of a faranalys depends on clear scope, reliable data, expert judgment, and formal governance to ensure accountability and transparency.