Risk management strategies allow for improved situational awareness, clear directions in the event of an accident and have the capacity to help reduce insurance claims.

However, effective plans require several key steps, and forgetting a single element can potentially throw the entire plan off track. In order to prevent this from happening, all companies—especially those in high-risk industries like construction—should focus on a comprehensive approach to risk management.

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