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Vulnerability Analysis

Vulnerability Analysis Chart

Type of Emergency / Probability / Human Impact / Environmental Impact / Property Impact / Business Impact / Internal Resources / External Resources / TOTAL
High / Low / High Impact 5 / 1 Low Impact / Weak Resources 5 / Strong 1 Resources
5 / 1

The lower the score the better the result i.e. the organisation is less vulnerable.

The higher the score, the higher the priority.

To reduce the score – see what can be done to reduce the likelihood or increase the readiness (by improving the internal resources) and implement actions that will reduce the impact upon humans, the environment, property & the business.

Authorised by: Director / Date: 14/05/10 / Review Date: 14/05/15 / Issue No: 1 / Page 1 of 3
/ MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM / Manual / Type/Number
RTO / BSBOHS606A
Document
Vulnerability Analysis

Completing the Vulnerability Analysis

Type of Emergency. In the first column of the chart, list all emergencies that could affect your facility. To assist consider the following:

  • Historical - What types of emergencies have occurred in your community, at your facility, and at other facilities in the area?
  • Geographic - What can happen as a result of the facility’s location?
  • Technological - What could result from a process or system failure?
  • Practices and Conditions - What emergencies can be caused by employee practices and working conditions? Are employees trained to work safely? Do they know what to do in an emergency?
  • Physical - What types of emergencies could result from the design or construction of the facility? Does the physical facility enhance safety?
  • Regulatory - What emergencies or hazards are you regulated to deal with?

Analyze each potential emergency from beginning to end. Consider what could happen as a result of:

• Prohibited access to the facility

• Loss of electric power

• Communication lines down

• Ruptured gas mains

• Water damage

• Structural damage

• Air or water contamination

• Explosion

• Building collapse/Trapped persons.

• Chemical release

Estimate Probability. In the probability column, rate the likelihood of each emergency’s occurrence. This is a subjective consideration, but useful nonetheless. Use a simple scale of 1 to 5 with 1 as the lowest probability and 5 as the highest.

Assess The Potential Human Impact. Analyze the potential human impact of each emergency - the possibility of death or injury. Assign a rating in the Human Impact column of the Chart. Use a 1 to 5 scale with 1 as the lowest impact and 5 as the highest.

Assess the Environmental Impact.

Analyze the potential environmental impact of each emergency - the possibility of a major spill. Assign a rating in the Environmental Impact column of the Chart. Use a 1 to 5 scale with 1 as the lowest impact and 5 as the highest.

Assess The Potential Property Impact. Consider the potential property for losses and damages. Again, assign a rating in the Property Damage column, 1 being the lowest impact and 5 being the highest. Consider: Cost to replace; Cost to set up temporary replacement; and Cost to repair.

Assess the Potential Business Impact. Consider the loss of market share. Assign a rating in the Business Impact column. Again, use 1 as lowest, 5 as highest impact. Consider: Business interruption; Employees unable to report to work; Customers unable to reach the site; Company in violation of contracts; Imposition of fines, penalties, and legal costs; Interruption of supplies; Interruption of product distribution. This step may have more relevance to the entire Business Continuity Plan and not just managing with health and safety crises.

Assess internal and external resources. Assess your resources and ability to respond. Can we respond? Will external resources be able to respond as quickly as we need them? If the answer is, “No,” then you may need to develop additional emergency procedures, add training, acquire additional equipment, establish mutual aid agreements, or contract with specialized services.

Add the Columns. Total the scores for each emergency. The lower the score the better. While this is subjective, the comparisons will help determine planning and resource priorities.

Record your Findings and Actions

It is important to document your Crisis Risk Assessment and keep a written record of your assessment as you go round. This will help you plan the actions you need to take in the light of the findings of your risk assessment.

Authorised by: Director / Date: 14/05/10 / Review Date: 14/05/15 / Issue No: 1 / Page 1 of 3