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PMP · Question 09 · Task 3: Assess and manage risks
During project execution, a team member reports that the server room was flooded due to a burst pipe, destroying the development servers. This event was not identified in the risk register. What should the project manager do FIRST?
During project execution, a team member reports that the server room was flooded due to a burst pipe, destroying the development servers. This event was not identified in the risk register. What should the project manager do FIRST?
Answer options:
A.
Update the risk register with the new risk.
B.
Submit a change request to replace the servers.
C.
Log the item in the issue log and implement a workaround.
D.
Use the management reserve to cover the cost of damages.
How to approach this question
Distinguish between a Risk (future/uncertain) and an Issue (present/certain).
Full Answer
C.Log the item in the issue log and implement a workaround.✓ Correct
C
Unidentified risks that occur become issues. The correct process is to record in the issue log and manage the issue. Risk register updates happen later as part of monitoring.
Common mistakes
Updating the risk register for something that has already happened (it belongs in the issue log).
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