If you decided that engulfment in ground collapse is a catastrophic (5) risk that is between possible (3) and likely (4) to occur, what would the overall risk score and level be?]]>

Score

Descriptor

Likelihood of event

5

Almost certain

Is expected to occur in most circumstances

4

Likely

Will probably occur in most circumstances

3

Possible

Might occur at some time

2

Unlikely

Could occur at any time

1

Rare

May occur only in exceptional circumstances

]]> 1–5: Low

]]> 6–14: Medium

]]> 15–25: High

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]]> Not quite. Whether you consider the risk to be possible or likely, the score will still sit in the range of High level risk. ‘Possible’ would contribute to a score of 15, while ‘Likely’ would produce a score of 20. Remember that it is always best to be cautious.

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