Risk Assessment Matrix
Prioritise project threats by likelihood and severity.
Risk Assessment Matrix
Browser-only calculations · No input data saved
Worked example results
| Risk | Risk score / 25 |
|---|---|
| Data unavailable | 12 |
| Sponsor change | 10 |
Rounded for display only. Export includes the inputs, results, method and assumptions. Refreshing or leaving the tool clears entered data.
Original advanced tool & legacy export options
The original migrated on-site tool is retained below so existing features, industry samples and legacy exports remain available. It is a local page, not another Base44 app. Its older scoring conventions may differ from the transparent native helper above.
How to use Risk Assessment Matrix
- Load the worked example to see the required input format.
- Prioritise project threats by likelihood and severity. Use consistent units, periods and definitions.
- Select Calculate, review the assumptions and export the result for your project evidence.
Formula and method
Risk score = likelihood × severity, each on an agreed 1–5 scale.
Interpretation and assumptions
Risk matrices are ordinal prioritisation aids. Include controls, owners and due dates in the risk register; do not equate these scores with probabilities or financial loss.
Results support professional judgement. They are not a certification of process stability, a financial commitment or a substitute for study design.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the risk assessment matrix?
Prioritise project threats by likelihood and severity. Load the example first, then replace all inputs with consistent process data and select Calculate. Risk score = likelihood × severity, each on an agreed 1–5 scale.
What assumptions matter for risk assessment matrix?
Risk matrices are ordinal prioritisation aids. Include controls, owners and due dates in the risk register; do not equate these scores with probabilities or financial loss.
Are my calculator inputs saved or sent to a server?
These native calculations run in this browser tab. Inputs are not sent to a server or saved by this calculator. Download the result if you need a record; leaving or refreshing clears the form.