Everyday Risk Management

We experience risk as a common part of daily life. The simple act of walking across a busy street has inherent risks.

Risk management is equally common, since we have an instinct to reduce potential problems and take advantage of opportunities. When crossing a street, we wait for a break in the traffic, or cross the street at an intersection with a traffic signal—both are methods of risk management.

This 30-minute lesson is designed to introduce you to risk management concepts and practices at the U.S. Customs Service.

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