Table 1

An example of the features of a model risk register

Risk categoryImpact on serviceFrequency likelihoodRisk priorityControlsResidual risk
1 Clinical1 Catastrophic1 Almost certain1 Very high1 Management1 Weak
2 Financial2 Major2 Likely2 High2 Policies/procedures2 Incomplete
3 Operational3 Moderate3 Moderate3 Significant3 Contingencies3 Adequate
4 Strategic4 Minor4 Unlikely4 Moderate4 Active controls4 Strong
5 Human resources5 Insignificant5 Rare5 Low5 Passive controls5 Over controlled
6 Environmental
7 Reputation