# shared/checklists/domain-checklists/risk-readiness.md — Risk Domain Readiness Checklist
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**Version:** 1.0.0
**Authority:** PMBOK8 §2.8 Risk and Uncertainty Performance Domain
**File Path:** `shared/checklists/domain-checklists/risk-readiness.md`

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## Purpose

This checklist verifies that the Risk Register (A19), quantitative reserve calculations (A20), and response plans have full operational readiness before baselines are locked.

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## Readiness Checklist

| # | Check Item | Verification Action | Target Artifact | Verified Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **1** | **Identification Coverage** | Verify Risk Register (A19) identifies risks across scope, schedule, finance, and ESG domains. | `A19 §1.1` | [ ] Yes / [ ] No |
| **2** | **Qualitative Scoring** | Confirm probability and impact scores are defined for all logged risks. | `A19 §2.2` | [ ] Yes / [ ] No |
| **3** | **Response Allocation** | Confirm every high-priority risk has an active response owner and a specific strategy (Mitigate, Avoid, etc.). | `A19 §3.1` | [ ] Yes / [ ] No |
| **4** | **Reserve Alignment** | Verify that quantitative reserve allocations (A20) are funded in the financial baseline (A16). | `A20 §4.1` / `A16` | [ ] Yes / [ ] No |
| **5** | **Trigger Definition** | Verify that risk triggers and action points are clearly documented for response plans. | `A19 §5.2` | [ ] Yes / [ ] No |

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## Gate Transition Criteria

*   **PASS (5 / 5 met):** Risk management has full operational readiness.
*   **WARN (4 / 5 met):** Qualitative responses are documented, but final contingency reserves are pending budget allocation. **Condition:** Sponsor sign-off within 2 days.
*   **FAIL (< 4 met OR high risk has no owner):** Critical exposure unmanaged. Planning cannot proceed.

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*Authority: PMBOK8 Risk and Uncertainty Performance Domain · PMOSkills Repository*
