During event planning, starting early on risk identification and appropriate planning to reduce, eliminate, or transfer risk is important to staying ahead of the game and catching potential issues before they happen. This checklist helps, is easy for students to use, and is flexible for any type of campus event. Developed by Allison B. Peters in 2011.

1. Name of Event: _____________________________ Date of Event: ____________ Location: ____________
Risk Management Checklist
Description
Risk
Present?
Specific Risks How will you limit or remove this risk?
Access to Facilities and
Restrooms
Accommodation
Requirements / ADA
Compliance and Access
Alcohol Consumption
Cash Handling
Contracts Involved
Disruptive or Aggressive
Individuals
Electrical/Lighting
Concerns/Heating or
Cooling
Excessive Noise or
Amplified Sound (potential
complaints)
Excessive Trash or Debris
First Aid / Emergency
Response
Food Being Served/
Cooked

2. Name of Event: _____________________________ Date of Event: ____________ Location: ____________
Description
Risk
Present?
Specific Risks How will you limit or remove this risk?
Media Attention/ Public
Relations Issues
Minors Involved as
Participants
Parking/ Transportation to
and from Event
Participant Safety/
Spectator Safety
Physical Activity
Potential Communication
Problems During Event
(general or emergency
Note: See the Communications Planning Worksheet
Risks Posed by Vendors/
Permit and Inspection
Requirements/ Insurance
Requirements
Note: Check on campus requirements for insurance and
w orker’s comp coverage.
Security/ Crowd Control/
Securing Limited Access
Spaces
Volunteers/ Untrained Staff
Weather Contingencies Note: See the Inclement Weather Planning Guide
Other:
Other: