ISO 31000 RISK MANAGEMENTCHECKLISTAn ISO 31000 Risk Management Checklist is a self-assessment tool that helps organizations identify, evaluate, and close gaps in their risk management practices. It is based on ISO 31000:2018, the internationally recognized standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), which provides 3 pillars: principles, a framework, and a process for managing risk across all types of organizations.The ISO 31000 Risk Management Checklist covers those 3 pillars, along with monitoring and reviewing the processes, helping organizations manage & improve risk management efficiently.01ISO 31000 RISK MANAGEMENTCompliance with ISO 31000 Risk Management is important because it is:Globally recognized benchmark for risk management practicesSurfaces overlooked threats before they escalateSupports risk-informed decisions at every levelDemonstrates structured oversight to stakeholdersApplicable to any industry, size, or sectorSupports regulatory and contractual complianceThis checklist is ideal forRisk managers and compliance officersSite managers and operations supervisors Project managers and team leadsSenior leadership and governance teamsInternal and external auditorsConsultants advising on risk program developmentNote: The templates/guides in our Content Library were created by the SDS Manager Team to help you manage site operations effectively. They are provided as reference tools and should be tailored to match your specific project needs, company policies, and industry standards. SDS Manager does not guarantee that these templates meet legal, regulatory, or contractual requirements. Users are responsible for reviewing and adapting each template to ensure compliance with their operational and legal obligations.ISO 31000 RISK MANAGEMENT CHECKLISTORGANIZATION DETAILS02Company Name: Department / Site: Completed By: Date Completed: Signed Off By: Date of Sign-Off: SECTION 1: RISK MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLESCriteria1.1 IntegratedStatusRisk management is embedded in all organizational activitiesISO 31000 is built on eight core principles as listed in Section 1.DoneN/ATo doRisk considerations are part of planning, operations, and projectsDoneN/ATo do1.2 Structured and ComprehensiveA consistent, systematic approach is in placeDoneN/ATo doProcesses produce comparable and repeatable resultsDoneN/ATo do03Criteria1.3 CustomizedStatusThe framework is tailored to the organization's context and objectivesDoneN/ATo doRisk criteria reflect the organization's risk appetiteDoneN/ATo do1.4 InclusiveRelevant stakeholders are identified and involvedDoneN/ATo doDiverse perspectives are considered in risk decisionsDoneN/ATo do1.5 DynamicThe organization anticipates and responds to changes affecting riskDoneN/ATo doProcesses are updated as conditions evolveDoneN/ATo do04Criteria1.6 Best Available InformationStatusRisk decisions are based on current data and documented assumptionsDoneN/ATo doLimitations and sources of information are acknowledgedDoneN/ATo do1.7 Human and Cultural FactorsHuman behavior and culture are factored into risk decisionsDoneN/ATo doLeadership actively promotes a risk-aware cultureDoneN/ATo do1.8 Continual ImprovementRisk practices are regularly reviewed and updatedDoneN/ATo doLessons from incidents and audits feed back into the frameworkDoneN/ATo do