But, WHAT IS A RISK? It is the percentage PROBABILITY of obtaining a negative undesired result within each activity, which can cause secondary effects reflected in losses or damages, both in the material and physical integrity of people, or both at the same time. There are many RISK FACTORS, which can increase the likelihood of risk. The most important INHERENTS in the activity are the common causes:
- TYPE OF ACTIVITY OR WORK: Performed at high altitudes, in depths, in fire fighting, rescue, activities as an operator in manufacturing processes, etc.
- DESIGN UNDER SPECIFICATIONS OF MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, MACHINERY: If it does not meet the specifications, does not meet the quality, or is not given proper use for which it was designed.
