Which item is NOT typically included in risk management practices?

• A. Employee wellness program
• B. Regular safety audits
• C. Staff training
• D. Secure facilities

Answer: (A)

Risk management practices focus on systematically identifying hazards and putting controls in place to prevent harm and ensure regulatory compliance in the agency’s operations. Regular safety audits are a core part of this, continually checking the physical environment, procedures, and safety measures to catch hazards and verify that controls are working. Staff training supports risk management by ensuring that employees know how to act safely, follow procedures, and respond to emergencies, which directly reduces the chance of incidents. Securing facilities is another essential control, reducing exposure to unauthorized access, theft, or safety risks in the environment where placements occur.

An employee wellness program, while valuable for overall health and morale, is not typically a direct risk management control. It addresses well-being more broadly rather than identifying and mitigating operational risks, so it isn’t considered a standard risk management practice.