Risk Perception

Risk Perception

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Format to follow; 1) Context (A Risk Perception Problem related to exposure to confined space activity in this workplace and this risk perception can be related to Psychological and Sociological Theories). 2) Introduction 3) Many Theories and Ideas surrounding Risk and Risk Perception. 4) Psychological and Sociological Theoretical Models in relation to Risk Perception Known as the “Psychometric Paradigm and “Cultural Theory” 5) Risk Perception is processed from the individual’s Perspective and the influence of their broader Social Culture. 6) Cultural Theory as having its origins in Sociology. 7) Risk Perceptions of Workers 8) Certain Risks cause heightened Reactions 9) Cognitive Dissonance Theory 10) Several Behavioral Theories applied when looking at beliefs or behaviors in Risk Perception. 11) Information and knowledge receive today in media and risk perception may become distorted as a result of certain issues being highlighted. 12) Management health beliefs played an intergral part in Risk Perception. 13) Conclusion 14) Reference