Question 63 - PMI-RMP discussion

When a new risk manager is assigned to an ongoing project, their first step should be to review the existing risk management plan to understand the current policies, practices, and strategies in place.

The new risk manager should first review the policies and practices that are outlined in the risk management plan, as this is the document that describes how risk management will be performed on the project. The risk management plan defines the roles and responsibilities, risk categories, risk appetite and thresholds, risk identification and analysis methods, risk response strategies, risk monitoring and reporting mechanisms, and risk governance structure for the project. The new risk manager should familiarize themselves with the risk management plan to understand the project environment and the expectations and requirements for risk management. The other options are not the first actions that the new risk manager should take. Reviewing potential next steps with the project team is a good practice, but it should be done after reviewing the risk management plan to ensure alignment and consistency. Reviewing the scope of work to determine the prescribed project methodology is not directly related to risk management, and it may not provide sufficient information about the project environment and the risk management approach. Reviewing the contract and determining the resources and project funding is part of the project initiation process, and it may not reflect the current status and issues of the project.Reference:2,3,4