Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks

Covers the fundamentals of risk assessment and emphasizes taking a practical approach in the application of the techniques

• Written as a primer for students and employed safety professionals covering the fundamentals of risk assessment and emphasizing a practical approach in the application of the techniques
• Each chapter is developed as a stand-alone essay, making it easier to cover a subject
• Includes interactive exercises, links, videos, and downloadable risk assessment tools
• Addresses criteria prescribed by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) for safety programs

Georgi Popov, PhD, QEP, CMC, is associate professor at the University of Central Missouri where he teaches risk assessment. His research interests include industrial hygiene, safety management, risk assessment, PtD, air quality, alternative fuels, LEAN Six Sigma practices, and business aspects of Environmental, Health and Safety. His experience is unique with both civilian and military environmental, health, and safety programs.

Bruce K. Lyon, CSP, P.E., ARM, CHMM, is Director of Risk Control Services for Hays Companies in the Midwestern United States and has over 30 years of experience conducting and facilitating operational risk assessments while working in the consulting and insurance industries. He holds a B.S. degree in Industrial Safety and M.S. degree in Occupational Safety Management from University of Central Missouri.

Bruce D. Hollcroft, CSP, ARM, CHMM is Director of Risk Control Services for Hays Companies in the western United States and has over 30 years of risk consulting, including 3 years in New Zealand. He holds a B.S. degree in Industrial Safety and has completed graduate studies toward an M.S. in Safety Management from the University of Central Missouri.