BAP Risk Management & Mitigation 2

Question 1

Which approach to risk management involves accepting a risk because the cost of mitigation exceeds the potential loss?

Accepted Answer

Risk retention

Answer

Risk retention (acceptance) is chosen when mitigation costs outweigh the expected loss value.

Question 2

A building analyst identifies moisture intrusion at a window head flashing. What is the FIRST recommended mitigation step?

Accepted Answer

Correct the flashing installation to ensure proper water diversion

Answer

Addressing the source — improper flashing — eliminates the root cause rather than treating symptoms.

Question 3

In a risk matrix, a hazard rated HIGH probability and LOW consequence would typically be categorized as:

Accepted Answer

Moderate risk warranting scheduled remediation

Answer

High probability combined with low consequence generally yields a moderate composite risk score.

Question 4

Which combustion safety test evaluates whether a gas appliance creates negative pressure that could cause backdrafting?

Accepted Answer

Combustion zone worst-case depressurization test

Answer

Worst-case depressurization testing determines the maximum negative pressure the combustion zone can experience to assess backdraft risk.

Question 5

When prioritizing health and safety risks during a building assessment, which condition demands the most URGENT response?

Accepted Answer

Elevated carbon monoxide levels from a malfunctioning furnace

Answer

Elevated carbon monoxide is immediately life-threatening and requires occupant notification and appliance shutdown before any other work.

(BAP) Building Analyst Professional Practice Test