In a risk register, what information is typically recorded for each risk?

• A. The weather forecast for the site.
• B. Probability, impact, owner, and mitigation actions.
• C. The color of the site signage.
• D. The subcontractor's invoices.

Answer: (B)

A risk register centers on how to manage potential problems: how likely they are to happen, how serious their consequences could be, who is responsible for handling them, and what steps will be taken to reduce or control them. Recording probability (likelihood) helps you prioritize which risks need attention. Recording impact (severity) shows the potential effect on project goals, so you know which risks are most critical. Assigning an owner creates accountability so someone monitors the risk and drives actions. Documenting mitigation actions lays out concrete steps to lower either the chance of occurrence or the impact if it occurs, along with timeframes and progress checks.

Other items like the weather forecast, the color of site signage, or subcontractor invoices don’t directly capture these risk-management elements, so they aren’t typically part of what a risk register records.