Manage project risk BSBPMG536
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BSBPMG536
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Task 2
Manage project risk
BSBPMG536
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The student has satisfactorily completed and submitted the following: Briefing session notes in Task 2.1A1 Risk Identification -Team Meeting Notes in Task 2.1A2 Risk Identification Table in Task 2.1B Outline of risk identification methods in Task 2.1C Risk Analysis Draft in Task 2.2A Meeting Minutes in Task 2.2B Risk Register PART 1 in Task 2.2B Reflection on risk analysis in Task 2.2C List of existing risk controls in Task 2.3A Project Risk Management Plan in Task 2.3B List of agreed changes to the Project Risk Management Plan in Task 2.3B Updated Project Risk Register Task 2.3 (excel), in Task 2.3C Implementation of risk treatment table in Task 2.3C Risk Management Plan -Project Team Work in Task 2.4 Risk Treatment Table in Task 2.4 |
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The student actively participated in the briefing session with the project sponsor in week 1 of class: Gathered inputs from the Project Sponsor to determine the project risk context and identify project risks Took notes Asked questions Listened actively Used appropriate conventions and protocols when liaising with the PS Feedback in Comments. |
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The student actively participated in a project team meeting in week 2 of class: Reviewed notes from the briefing session Discussed the project risk context and risk identification Encouraged team collaboration Asked and responded to questioned Shared information Listened actively Collaborated effectively Reached an agreement on the project risk objectives, standards, context, categories, and individual risks Feedback in Comments. |
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Demonstrated ability to: Identify risk objectives and standards, with input from stakeholders Identify project risk context to inform risk management processes This is evidenced by: Briefing session notes in Task 2.1A1 Risk Identification -Team Meeting Notes in Task 2.1A2 Participation in briefing session and project team meeting (Refer to Marking Sheet) Risk Management Plan -Project Team Work in Task 2.4 Participation in a team meeting in Task 2.4 (Refer to Marketing Sheet) |
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Demonstrated ability to: Identify project risks using valid and reliable risk identification methods This is evidenced by: Briefing session notes in Task 2.1A1 Risk Identification -Team Meeting Notes in Task 2.1A2 Risk Identification Table in Task 2.1B Outline of risk identification methods in Task 2.1C Risk Management Plan -Project Team Work in Task 2.4 |
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The student conducted a meeting with the PS and the project team to discuss and agree on project risk analysis and risk priorities: Presented own work on project risk analysis and prioritisation Illustrated own work with confidence Demonstrated knowledge of risk assessment processes Collaborated actively with the group of stakeholders Asked questions Listened actively Answered questions Encouraged participation in the consultation process Used appropriate conventions and protocols when liaising with the group of stakeholders Feedback in Comments. |
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Demonstrated ability to: Identify risk analysis classification criteria and apply to agreed risk ranking system Use risk analysis processes, within delegated authority, to analyse and qualify any risks, threats and opportunities This is evidenced by: Risk Analysis Draft in Task 2.2A Meeting Minutes in Task 2.2B Risk Register PART 1 in Task 2.2B Reflection on risk analysis in Task 2.2C |
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Demonstrated ability to: Identify risk priorities in agreement with project client and other stakeholders Document risk analysis outcomes for inclusion in risk register and risk management plan This is evidenced by: Meeting Minutes in Task 2.2B Risk Register PART 1 in Task 2.2B Participation in a project team meeting (Refer to Marking Sheet) Participation in briefing session and project team meeting (Refer to Marking Sheet) Risk Management Plan -Project Team Work in Task 2.4 Participation in a team meeting in Task 2.4 (Refer to Marketing Sheet) |
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The student meets with the project team to discuss the Project Risk Management Plan: Illustrate the project risk management plan-draft Gathers feedback and inputs to finalise the plan Discuss assigned roles and responsibilities for project risk management Reach a consensus on the project risk management plan Use active listening and questioning to confirm understanding Lead the meeting as a PM Demonstrates knowledge of risk management methods and practices Encourage a collaborative work environment in the team Feedback in Comments. |
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Demonstrated ability to: Identify and document existing risk controls This is evidenced by: List of existing risk controls in Task 2.3A Risk Management Plan -Project Team Work in Task 2.4 |
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Demonstrated ability to: Analyse risk treatment options using agreed consultative methods This is evidenced by: Project Risk Management Plan in Task 2.3B List of agreed changes to the Project Risk Management Plan in Task 2.3B Participation in a consultation meeting with the project team (Refer to Marking Sheet) Risk Management Plan -Project Team Work in Task 2.4 Participation in a team meeting in Task 2.4 (Refer to Marketing Sheet) |
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Demonstrated ability to: Record and implement agreed on risk treatments Update risk plans and allocate risk responsibilities to project team members Establish a risk review process This is evidenced by: Project Risk Management Plan in Task 2.3B List of agreed changes to the Project Risk Management Plan in Task 2.3B Updated Project Risk Register Task 2.3 (excel), in Task 2.3C Implementation of risk treatment table in Task 2.3C Risk Management Plan -Project Team Work in Task 2.4 Participation in a team meeting in Task 2.4 (Refer to Marketing Sheet) Risk Treatment Table in Task 2.4 |
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The student collaborated with the team to develop a risk management plan to support the work of the project team and implemented risk treatment options: Developed a risk management plan for teamwork Worked on the implementation of risk treatment options and calculated residual risks and RPN Collaborated actively with the team Agreed on roles and responsibilities Demonstrated knowledge and skills required in planning for risk management processes Used active listening and questioning to confirm understanding Encourage a collaborative approach to work Demonstrated he/she can take the lead in project management related tasks Feedback in Comments. |
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When collaborating with the group, the student has actively participated in group work with a substantial contribution that can be assessed individually for all this task's requirements. |
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Table ofContent
Task 2 Plan and implement project risk management
Task 2.1 Identify project risks
Task 2.2 Analyse project risks
Task 2.3 Establish risk treatments and control
Task 2.4 Risk Management for Project Team Work
Task 2 Plan and implement project risk management
Task summary and instructions
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What is this assessment task about? |
Refer to and read the documents saved in a separate folder: MMI company profile and project task Policies and Procedures You have been recently engaged by XYZ Pty Ltd trading as MMI as aProject Manager(PM) to develop and implement a project to open a new campus in Sydney (refer to MMI strategic objectives). The Board of Directors (BoD) has allocated 3 million dollars to the project. Project duration: 1 year. You can employe four new staff members to be part of the project team for its duration. Source the rest of the project team from existing MMI personnel (flexible work arrangements will be needed) The project includes: Finding premises in Sydney CBD ( 800-1000 square metres, onsite parking for staff, natural light) Ideally, there will be enough room for 5-7 classes, one meeting room, one computer lab, 1 x student kitchen, student lounge, 1 x staff kitchen, three offices for staff, toilet facilities Rent the premise Obtain necessary permits Source architect and building company Source and buy furniture and equipment Liaise with the architect and building company Theproject steering committeeis composed of: Mr Eli Brown Non-executive Director Mr Leonard Black - CFO Academic Manager (Jacob Graham) Theproject sponsoris Taylor Varin (Client Service Manager), played by the trainer and assessor. You will have to: Determine the project requirements Work in collaboration with pertinent stakeholders Scope the project Cost and resource the project Develop the project plan Execute the project Finalise the project Each unit covered in your Diploma of Project Management will address a part of the project: Scope Time Quality Cost Human Resources Information system and communication Risk Project Integration Communicate with influence Facilitate continuous improvement in project work Develop project workplace policy and procedures for sustainability Lead and manage project team effectiveness BSBPMG536 addresses project risk. Having a clear vision of the project and its structure will help you plan and implement it in simulated work conditions. Your trainer and assessor will provide support and mentorship in the role of Project Sponsor (PS). You will work in a project team of max four students. You will both lead the team and be a part of it to experience different project roles in the simulated work environment, project manager being the main one. Take turns playing the role of PM when the task requires project team collaboration. The trainer and assessor will observe project work and provide feedback on the Marking Sheet. Form or join a project team (3-4 students in the team). Document the name of the students in the table below:
You will collaborate with the project team in a simulated work environment to carry out the responsibility of your role as a PM relevant to risk management. Although you will lead and collaborate with the project team, the work on your assessment must be individual, and it will be marked as such. Please note that the performance evidence for this unit of competency, require you to demonstrate the ability to manage project risk in at least two occasions. This assessment has been designed to meet that requirement. This task comprises of the following assessment methods: oProduct-based? oDirect observation of Role-Play? oCase Study? oOther (specify)? It has been designed to evaluate your ability to/competency in: Identify risk objectives and standards, with input from stakeholders Identify project risk context to inform risk management processes Identify project risks using valid and reliable risk identification methods Identify risk analysis classification criteria and apply to agreed risk ranking system Use risk analysis processes, within delegated authority, to analyse and qualify any risks, threats and opportunities Identify risk priorities in agreement with project client and other stakeholders Document risk analysis outcomes for inclusion in risk register and risk management plan Identify and document existing risk controls Analyse risk treatment options using agreed consultative methods Record and implement agreed risk treatments Update risk plans and allocate risk responsibilities to project team members Establish risk review process Your assessor will be looking for demonstrated evidence of your competency in the above. You are required to address the following: Task 2.1 Identify project risks oAttend a briefing session with the PA to inform risk identification oReview risk identification process with the project team oFinalise risk identification Task 2.2 Analyse project risks oAnalyse and prioritise project risks oConsult with pertinent project stakeholders to finalsie project risk analysis and prioritarisation oReflect on project risk analysis process Task 2.3 Establish risk treatments and control oIdentify existing risk controls oDevelop a project risk management plan oConsult with the project team oImplement risk treatment options oUpdate the project risk register Task 2.4 Project risk plan for team work oDevelop a risk plan and a risk register to manage risks related to the project team work oImplement risk treatment process Although the assessment requires group collaboration to simulate a work environment, the assessment submission is individual, and it will be marked as such. |
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What do I need to do to complete this task satisfactorily? |
submit the completed assessment tasks, according to instructions, complete the tasks with sufficient detail and present them in a professional manner, use your own words and reference sources appropriately, meet the word count where required, use the scenario provided, use the templates provided where required, for your performance to be deemed satisfactory in this assessment task you must satisfactorily address all of the assessment criteria, if part of this task is not satisfactorily completed you will be asked to complete further assessment to demonstrate satisfactory performance. |
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Specifications |
You must deliver/participate in:
Briefing session with PS in week 1 Project team meeting (ref: risk identification) in week 2 Meeting with the project team and PS (ref; risk analysis and prioritisation) in week 3 Meeting with the project team about the project risk management plan in week 4 Meeting with the project team to collaboratively develop a risk management plan for project teamwork
You must submit to GOALS Briefing session notes Risk Identification -Team Meeting Notes Risk Identification Table Outline of risk identification methods Risk Analysis Draft Meeting Minutes Risk Register PART 1 Reflection on risk analysis List of existing risk controls Project Risk Management Plan List of agreed changes to the Project Risk Management Plan Updated Project Risk Register Task 2.3 (excel) Implementation of risk treatment table Risk Management Plan -Project Team Work Risk Treatment Table in Task 2.4 |
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Computer with Internet access Access to Microsoft Office suites or similar software Learning material Scenario for assessment as provided Relevant policies and procedures as provided Templates as provided |
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Re-submission opportunities |
You will be provided feedback on your performance by the Assessor. The feedback will indicate if you have satisfactorily addressed the requirements of each part of this task. If any parts of the task are not satisfactorily completed, the assessor will explain why, and provide you written feedback along with guidance on what you must undertake to demonstrate satisfactory performance. Re-assessment attempt(s) will be arranged at a later time and date. You have the right to appeal the outcome of assessment decisions if you feel that you have been dealt with unfairly or have other appropriate grounds for an appeal. You are encouraged to consult with the assessor prior to attempting this task if you do not understand any part of this task or if you have any learning issues or needs that may hinder you when attempting any part of the assessment. |
Complete the following activities:
Task 2.1 Identify project risks
This task requires you to identify project risks by:
- Conducting two consultation sessions
- Applying risk identification methods
- Finalising risk identification for the project at the planning stage
- Consultation
- Actively participate in abriefing session with the PS(played by the trainer and assessor in simulated work conditions) in week 1 of class.
The project sponsor will outline the project and provide inputs on:
- Risk objectives
- Risk standards
- Risk context
- Risk categories
- Individual risks
Make sure to ask questions to inform the risk management processes for the project.
Take notes and listen to the questions from other students.
Please note that the trainer and assessor will validate your active participation in the briefing session and provide feedback on the Marking Sheet.
If you are absent from class, it is your responsibility to make alternative arrangements with the trainer and assessor to inform the planning of project risk management processes.
Duration: 30-45 minutes
Based on the briefing session and your project scenario review, determine:
- Risk objectives (3)
- Risk standards (3)
- Project risk context (30-50 words)
- Agreed risk categories (5-8)
- Key Project risks (list 5-8)
to inform the risk management process.
Use the table below to document your analysis.
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Risk objectives (3) |
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Risk standards (3) |
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Project risk context (30-50 words) |
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Project risks (5-8) |
- Meet with the project teamin week 2 of class.
Review your briefing session notes in collaboration with the team:
- Risk objectives
- Risk standards
- Risk context
- Risk categories
- Individual risks
Discuss and reach an agreement on:
- Risk objectives (3)
- Risk standards (3)
- Project risk context (30-50 words)
- Agreed risk categories (5-8)
- Project risks (list 15)
to inform the risk management process.
Please note that the trainer and assessor will validate your active participation in the project team meeting and provide feedback on the Marking Sheet.
If you are absent from class, it is your responsibility to make alternative arrangements with the trainer and assessor to conduct a meeting with the project team.
Duration: 30 minutes
Use the table below to finalise your analysis.
Risk Identification - Team Meeting Notes |
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Risk objectives (3) |
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Risk standards (3) |
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Project risks (15) |
- Identify and categorise project risks
Review your work in Task 2.1A, and finalise the project risk identification process using the table provided below.
Identify and classify 12-15 project risks according to agreed risk categories.
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- Risk identification methods
Address the following:
- Describe the risk identification method/s that you have used to determine project risks.
- Explain why consultation was essential to determine the project risk context and to identify project risks.
(50-80 words)
Use the space below to document your answer.
Task 2.2 Analyse project risks
This task requires you to:
- Analyse and prioritise project risks
- Discuss and confirm risk analysis and prioritisation in consultation with pertinent project stakeholders
- Reflect on project risk analysis
- Risk Analysis
In your role as PM:
- Analyse the risks identified in Task 2.1B based on their likelihood and impact.
- Determine their risk priority number (RPN).
Use the agreed risk ranking system illustrated below.
Likelihood and Impact Matrix:
Risk Priority Number (RPN):
Use the table below to document your analysis.
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RPN -Priority (Likelihood x Impact) = High, Medium or Low risk. |
- Finalise risk analysis in consultation with stakeholders
Schedule a time with the trainer and assessor in week 3 of class (30 minutes). Meet with the project team and the PS (played by the trainer and assessor in simulated work conditions).
Discuss and review the risk analysis and prioritisation conducted by all students in the project team.
Discuss, agree on, and finalise your own risk analysis and prioritisation work based on the stakeholders' feedback and inputs.
Before the meeting
- Make sure to have completed your risk identification and analysis.
During the meeting
- Present your work and ask the project stakeholders (project team and project sponsor) for feedback and inputs)
- Discuss and agree on risk priorities
After the meeting
- Complete the meeting minutes (Template 1), noting any agreed change to the risk identification and analysis you performed before the meeting.
- Document the risk analysis outcomes in a risk register (Template 2A).
Please note that the trainer and assessor will validate your participation in the meeting and provide feedback on the Marking Sheet.
If you are absent from class, it is your responsibility to make alternative arrangements with the trainer and assessor to organise a meeting with the project team.
Complete the meeting minutes using the template below.
Template 1 -Meeting Minutes
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Finalise the first part of the risk register using the template below. Document all the risks you have identified and analysed so far.
Template 2A -Risk Register PART 1
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RPN High , Medium or Low |
- Reflection
Reflect on your risk analysis. Address the following:
- What risk analysis methods and classification criteria did you apply when analysing risks?
- Why was it essential to consult with stakeholders to agree on risk priorities?
- We often focus on negative risks, what positive risks (opportunities) can you identify in this project?
(50-100 words)
Use the space below to document your reflection.
Task 2.3 Establish risk treatments and control
This task requires you to:
- Identify and document existing risk controls
- Determine risk treatment options
- Develop a risk plan
- Complete the risk register
- Consult with pertinent stakeholders
- Implement risk tratements and update the risk register
- Risk Control
Identify and document existing risk controls (4-6) in the space below.
- Project Risk Management Plan
Schedule a time with the trainer and assessor in week 4 of class, 20-30 minutes. Use this opportunity to consult with the project team on developing a risk management plan for the project.
The trainer and assessor will observe and evaluate your performance during the consultation meeting (refer to the feedback provided in the Marking Sheet).
You can consult with the PS (played by the trainer and assessor in simulated work conditions) if needed.
If you are absent from class, it is your responsibility to make alternative arrangements with the trainer and assessor to consult with the project team.
Before the meeting
- Review your work in this assessment so far
- Draft the project risk plan (Template 3). You will finalise this plan after consulting with the project team.
During the meeting
- Present the project risk plan to the project team and ask for feedback on and inputs into the plan.
- Discuss and agree on the content of the plan.
- Seek an agreement on the allocation of risk management responsibilities.
- Confirm and finalise risk treatment options.
- Assign a risk owner to each risk.
- Provide and clarify information about the risk plan and the risk management approach.
After the meeting
- Finalise the risk plan based on the outcome of the consultation meeting with the team.
- Record what changes you made to the plan (space provided below).
- Complete the second part of the risk register (Template 2.B).
- Transfer the risk register (PART 1 and 2) developed in this document in an excel file and submit it with your assessment. Call the file: Project Risk Register Task 2.3.
Document the changes made to the plan after the consultation meeting.
Please note that the work you have done in previous tasks will inform much of the risk plan.
Please note that the trainer and assessor will check that you finalised the project risk plan based on the changes you listed post consultation.
Complete the risk plan using Template 3 and following instructions.
Template 3 -Project Risk Management Plan
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Overall Approach Address the following: oDetermine and list the major inputs into the plan (4-6) oDescribe the project risk context that informs the risk management processes oList any risk management standard that is taken into consideration when developing the plan oList any organisational policy and procedures that are consulted/used/referred to when developing the plan oOutline the purpose and importance of the risk management plan. (80-120 words) |
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Risk identification Outline the project risk identification process. (30-50 words) |
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Risk assessment and prioritisation Outline the project risk assessment and prioritisation process. (30-50 words) |
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Risk treatment
Outline the approach followed when determining the risk treatment strategy. (30-50 words)
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Risk monitoring and control
Address the following: oOutline how the risks will be monitored, when and by whom oMention any tools and techniques used to control and monitor risks oOutline how risk plans and documentation will be reviewed and updated
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Roles and responsibilities'
Roles and responsibilities. Consider risk management, risk identification, analysis, treatment and monitoring. (4-6 roles). |
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Responsibility for Risk Management |
Determine a risk treatment option for each risk and assign a risk owner to each risk. Use Template 2B.
Please note that when determining a risk treatment option: merely saying 'mitigate' or 'accept', for example, is not sufficient, you have to detail the risk treatment you are proposing.
Template 2B -Risk Register PART 2
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Residual risk |
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Bring the risk register part 1 and 2 together anddevelop a full riskregister in excel that includes:
- Risk Category
- Risk
- Risk Description
- Likelihood (1-5)
- Impact (1-5)
- RPN High, Medium or Low
- Risk Treatment
- Risk Owner
- Residual Risk
- Residual RPN
- Notes
Excel will allow you to better monitor and update the register when required.
Call the file: 'Project Risk Register Task 2.3'.
- Implement risk treatment
- Select two risks from the risk register and detail how the risk treatment process is implemented for each risk. This includes step by step actions, responsibilities, timeframe and any associated costs.
Use the table below to document the risk treatment.
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- Update the risk register in excel, adding the residual risk and the residual RPN for the two risks you selected.
Do the same for all the other risks assuming that the risk treatment you planned for has been implemented.
Please note that the trainer and assessor will check that the excel risk register has been updated according to instructions when marking your work.
Submit the updated and finalised 'Project Risk Register Task 2.3' in excel with your assessment.
Task 2.4 Risk Management for Project Team Work
Schedule a time with the trainer and assessor in week 4 of class.
This task requires you to work in collaboration with the project team and:
- Develop a risk management plan to support the project team's work
- Treat risks
(45 minutes).
Focus on risks such as WHS, skills and knowledge of the project team, turnover or conflicts, for example.
Use the simplified version of the Project Risk Management Plan (Template 4) and apply all the risk management techniques and methods used in previous tasks:
- Project risk identification
- Project risk analysis
- Project risk treatment
- Project risk monitoring and control
- Consultation and collaboration
The trainer and assessor will observe your work in collaboration with the team and provide feedback in the Marking Sheet.
If you are absent from class, it is your responsibility to make alternative arrangements to consult with pertinent stakeholders when developing the project risk management plan focused on teamwork.
Template 4 -Risk Management Plan Project Team Work
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Overall Approach Address the following: oIdentify the risk objectives (2-3) oDescribe the project risk context that informs the risk management processes oList any risk management standard that is taken into consideration when developing the plan (50-100 words) |
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Risk identification Outline the project risk identification process. (30-50 words) |
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Risk assessment and prioritisation Outline the project risk assessment and prioritisation process. (30-50 words) |
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Risk treatment Outline the approach followed when determining the risk treatment strategy. (30-50 words) |
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Risk monitoring and control Address the following: oIdentify existing risk controls oOutline how the risks will be monitored, when and by whom oMention any tools and techniques used to control and monitor risks oOutline how risk plans and documentation will be reviewed and updated
(80-100 words) |
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Roles and responsibilities'
Roles and responsibilities. Consider risk management, risk identification, analysis, treatment and monitoring. (2-3 roles). |
Name or Role |
Responsibility for Risk Management |
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Risk Register PART 1 (3-4 key risks) |
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Risk Category |
Risk |
Risk Description |
Likelihood (1-5) |
Impact (1-5) |
RPN High , Medium or Low |
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Risk Register PART 2 (3-4 key risks) |
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Risk treatment |
Risk Owner |
Residual risk |
Residual RPN |
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Select two risks from the risk register and detail how the risk treatment process is implemented for each risk. This includes step by step actions, responsibilities, timeframe and any associated costs.
Use the table below to document the risk treatment. Calculate the residual risk and the residual RPN once the risk is treated.
Risk Treatment Table Task 2.4 |
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Implementation of risk treatment |
Residual risk |
Residual RPN |
References
Please include your references below: (Please refer to thisreferencing guideif needed or speak to your trainer for any specific referencing requirements for this assessment)
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