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Risk Management: Brick by Brick
Why Risk Managers are the First Line of Defense with Zach Wright, Risk Manager at The Haskell Company
Jul 19, 2023
Zach Wright, a certified Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist, discusses with host Jason Reichl the importance of risk managers as the first line of defense, the grading and risk assessment process, and how organizations can affect their insurance premiums. They also touch on the themes of the RIMS Risk World, the value of networking, and the role of risk managers in ensuring safety and serving customers.
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- Risk managers are now seen as valuable partners in ensuring safety and success by being proactive and helpful, shifting from being perceived as 'know people' who just say no.
- Regular training sessions in risk management educate project teams on emerging risks, best practices, and changes in insurance requirements, making risk managers a valuable resource for support and guidance.
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The Importance of Proactive Risk Management
The podcast episode discusses the shift in risk management from being seen as the 'know people' who just say no to becoming a proactive and helpful team. Risk managers are encouraged to be the first line of defense, assisting project teams in mitigating risks and finding the best outcome. The focus is on being proactive rather than reactive, and risk managers are now seen as valuable partners in ensuring safety and success.
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