What best describes risk assessment in CSS Block 2?

• A. A system for benchmarking vendor performance
• B. A rule for scheduling events
• C. A process to identify hazards, assess likelihood and impact, and implement controls to reduce risk to acceptable levels
• D. A method for forecasting budget needs

Answer: (C)

Risk assessment in CSS Block 2 is the process of identifying hazards, evaluating how likely they are to occur and how significant their consequences could be, and implementing controls to bring risk to an acceptable level. This approach, part of mission risk management, helps you anticipate problems before they happen and decide where to focus safety measures and resources to protect personnel and ensure operational success. It isn’t about measuring vendor performance, scheduling events, or forecasting budgets—those are separate activities. The value of risk assessment comes from turning potential dangers into actionable steps that reduce harm and support informed decision-making.