b. Indicate where in the risk matrix the following example of risks would fall. Suggest how each of the risks could be handled by the organisation.i. Working from heights in a construction company. (3 marks)ii. The cashier might steal coins from the cash box to buy airtime. (3 marks)iii. A University catching fire and being burnt down. (3 marks)iv. People in the University neighbourhood will complain due to noise made by students during a fashion show at the university. (3 marks)v. Identify any four risks faced by an organisation when cleaners perform their duties. (4 marks.

b. Indicate where in the risk matrix the following example of risks would fall. Suggest how each of the risks could be handled by the organisation.i. Working from heights in a construction company. (3 marks)ii. The cashier might steal coins from the cash box to buy airtime. (3 marks)iii. A University catching fire and being burnt down. (3 marks)iv. People in the University neighbourhood will complain due to noise made by students during a fashion show at the university. (3 marks)v. Identify any four risks faced by an organisation when cleaners perform their duties. (4 marks.

Practical Management Science

6th Edition

ISBN:9781337406659

Author:WINSTON, Wayne L.

Publisher:WINSTON, Wayne L.

Chapter9: Decision Making Under Uncertainty

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 37P

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