Control of risk: a guide to the systematic management of risk from construction (SP125)

This guide will introduce you to the processes of systematic risk management. It is aimed at clients responsible for the development, procurement and management of construction projects and services who have some knowledge of the construction process. It introduces a simple, practical method of identifying, assessing, monitoring and managing risk from construction. It also provides advice on how to develop and implement a risk control strategy appropriate to your business and identifies when and how to seek specialist advice. The methods described can be adapted to any type of construction project and tailored to control all types of risk. The guide is structured in an easy-to-use format with tool boxes to take you step-by-step through the basic techniques and more advanced analytical methods. 'Maps' of the guide and tool boxes are provided for ease of reference. Key words: site management, project management, construction management, risk and value management.

ISBN: 978-0-86017-441-7

Author: P S Godfrey

Number of pages: 72 (paperback)

Publisher: CIRIA

Date of Publication: January 1996