CED CED Risk Management & Contingency Planning

Question 1

Which document outlines predetermined responses to potential event failures such as power outages or severe weather?

Accepted Answer

Contingency plan

Answer

Marketing brief

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Vendor contract

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Run-of-show

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a risk matrix in event planning?

Accepted Answer

To prioritize risks by likelihood and impact

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To list all vendors alphabetically

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To schedule rehearsals

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To track attendee registrations

Question 3

An outdoor ceremony faces sudden heavy rain. Which pre-event action best demonstrates effective risk management?

Accepted Answer

Securing a tent or indoor backup venue in advance

Answer

Canceling the event last minute

Answer

Notifying guests only after rain begins

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Reducing the guest list

Question 4

Force majeure clauses in event contracts primarily protect against:

Accepted Answer

Unforeseeable events beyond either party's control

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Vendor price increases

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Attendee no-shows

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Décor damage

Question 5

Which type of insurance is most essential for protecting an event against third-party bodily injury claims?

Accepted Answer

General liability insurance

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Directors and officers insurance

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Business interruption insurance

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Equipment rental insurance

Question 6

When should a CED professional first conduct a formal risk assessment for an event?

Accepted Answer

During the initial planning phase

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One week before the event

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On the day of the event

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After the event debrief