Read the likelihood down the side and the consequence across the top. This page is a reference chart, not a form — nothing on it is editable.
| Likelihood \ Consequence | Insignificant | Minor | Moderate | Major | Catastrophic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almost certain | Medium | High | High | Extreme | Extreme |
| Likely | Medium | Medium | High | High | Extreme |
| Possible | Low | Medium | Medium | High | High |
| Unlikely | Low | Low | Medium | Medium | High |
| Rare | Low | Low | Low | Medium | High |
| Rating | Suggested response |
|---|---|
| Extreme | Stop the task. Do not proceed until the risk is reduced. |
| High | Needs senior sign-off and additional controls before work starts. |
| Medium | Manage with documented controls and monitor the task. |
| Low | Manage with routine controls and normal supervision. |