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This sub-section reviews the need to assess the likelihood/probability of a risk occurring and provides detailed guidance to help determine the score.
Risk likelihood or probability is a qualitative assessment that explains how likely a risk will occur. Qualitative assessments are based on opinions; it is difficult to put an exact number on the assessment. Likelihood means the possibility of a potential risk occurring, interpreted using qualitative values such as unlikely, possible, likely, highly likely and almost certain.
The likelihood (probability) that each risk event will occur is also assessed. This often involves the use of subjective probability assessment techniques, particularly if circumstances preclude a direct evaluation of the probability by objective methods such as simulation of scenarios. A detailed probability guidance has been developed for your consideration.
For each risk factor listed in the SIS/myRisk application, assess its likelihood of occurring in the future.
Score the likelihood of the risk using this scale: 1 (unlikely), 2 (possible), 3 (likely), 4 (highly likely), 5 (almost certain).
Document the likelihood justification in the respective tab for all risk factors.