ABSTRACT
Risk management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Risk assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Risk evaluation, control, and response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Chapter review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Sport facility managers must plan for all types of emergencies that may disrupt normal operations. In order to manage and mitigate potential incidents such as terrorism, hooliganism, and crowd control issues, facility managers need to possess a sound knowledge of risk management practices. Most critical is the process of risk assessment to identify potential facility threats, vulnerabilities, and security countermeasures. Identifying risks helps management prioritize safety and security measures, choose appropriate financing methods, and implement effective risk management plans and policies. This chapter will cover risk management concepts, including risk assessment, risk control strategies, and risk planning options.
