What is risk potential in SAP EHS-ERP - EHS Management in ERP?

SAP Term: risk potential

• Component: EHS-ERP

• Component Name: EHS Management in ERP

• Description: The rating for dangerous goods relating to the mode of transport and dangerous goods class. The risk potential is comprised of a dangerous goods letter and a packing group.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Risk potential is a term used in SAP EHS-ERP EHS Management in ERP to refer to the potential for a hazardous event or situation to occur. It is based on the probability of an event occurring and the severity of the consequences if it does occur. Risk potential is used to assess the risk associated with a particular hazard and to determine the necessary safety measures that should be taken. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Risk potential can be used to identify and prioritize safety risks in a workplace. It can also be used to evaluate existing safety measures and determine if additional measures are needed. The risk potential of a hazard can be calculated by multiplying the probability of an event occurring by the severity of the consequences if it does occur. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assessing risk potential, it is important to consider both the likelihood of an event occurring and the severity of its consequences. It is also important to consider any existing safety measures that are in place and how effective they are in mitigating the risk. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Risk potential is closely related to risk assessment, which is a process used to identify, analyze, and evaluate risks associated with a particular hazard. Risk assessment involves gathering information about the hazard, analyzing the data, and determining what safety measures should be taken.