What is the purpose of risk assessment procedures during patrols?

• A. To identify hazards and implement controls
• B. To guess hazards
• C. To assign blame
• D. To create paperwork

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to systematically identify hazards you might encounter during a patrol and decide on controls to reduce the risk to an acceptable level. In dynamic patrol environments, conditions change, so you continuously spot potential dangers, judge how likely they are and how severe their impact would be, and then apply measures to prevent or lessen harm. These measures can include eliminating the hazard, changing how you perform a task, using personal protective equipment, or adapting procedures and communication. The goal isn’t to guess hazards, assign blame, or simply fill out paperwork—it's to actively manage safety by reducing risk through appropriate controls.