PMI-RMP · Question #425
In a project to promote public health and mitigate health risks, the national health authorities intend to take actions to limit the risks of harmful insects by using pesticides; however, it is expect
The correct answer is C. Assess and record associated secondary risks and proceed to treat them as any other risks.. The negative health effects on some residents from pesticide use are secondary risks - risks that arise as a direct result of implementing a risk response (using pesticides to address the insect threat). PMI's risk management framework requires that secondary risks be identified,
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In a project to promote public health and mitigate health risks, the national health authorities intend to take actions to limit the risks of harmful insects by using pesticides; however, it is expected that some residents will have negative health effects due to the use of the pesticides but according to the assessment completed by the health authorities, not moving forward with this plan will have much more serious consequences on public health rather than following through with the original plan. How should the project manager address this concern with the health authorities?
Options
- ASuspend the project as the secondary risk will negatively impact residents' health which is not
- BConsult with health experts to provide a risk trigger before using pesticides that will impact the
- CAssess and record associated secondary risks and proceed to treat them as any other risks.
- DProceed with the project as normal since a minor number of residents will be effected negatively.
How the community answered
(22 responses)- A14% (3)
- B5% (1)
- C73% (16)
- D9% (2)
Explanation
The negative health effects on some residents from pesticide use are secondary risks - risks that arise as a direct result of implementing a risk response (using pesticides to address the insect threat). PMI's risk management framework requires that secondary risks be identified, assessed, documented in the risk register, and managed through the normal risk management process just like any other risk. Suspending the project (A) ignores the cost-benefit assessment already completed. Option D dismisses a legitimate risk. Option B is incomplete because consulting experts is only preparatory - the risks still need to be formally assessed and treated.
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