Which statement accurately lists the five steps of the Army risk management process?

• A. Identify hazards, Assess hazards, Implement controls, Develop controls, and Supervise
• B. Identify hazards, Assess hazards, Develop controls, Implement controls, and Supervise
• C. Identify hazards, Evaluate hazards, Develop controls, Implement controls, and Supervise
• D. Identify hazards, Assess hazards, Develop mitigations, Implement controls

Answer: (C)

The Army risk management process follows a five-step sequence that moves from spotting hazards to confirming that the chosen controls actually reduce risk. Start by identifying all potential hazards—things that could cause harm. Then assess hazards by evaluating how likely they are and how severe the consequences could be, which helps determine the level of risk. Next, develop controls to eliminate or lessen that risk, creating practical measures before anything is done. After that, implement those controls, putting the safeguards into action. Finally, supervise to ensure the controls are effective, monitor for any changes, and adjust as needed.

Other options slip up by using different terminology, rearranging steps, or omitting a step. For example, using a term like “evaluate hazards” instead of “assess hazards,” or placing “develop controls” before “implement controls,” breaks the established flow. Some choices also omit supervision or use “mitigations” instead of “controls,” which isn’t the standard Army wording.