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Possibility of something bad happeningFirefighters are exposed to risks of fire and building collapse during their work.Risk is the possibility of something bad happening, comprising a level of uncertainty about the effects and implications of an activity, particularly negative and undesirable consequences.Harbor sign warning visitors that use of the walkway is "at your own risk"Risk theory, assessment, and management are applied but substantially differ in different practice areas, such as business, economics, environment, finance, information technology, health, insurance, safety, security, and privacy.

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