Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT a component of a risk management plan?

1. Accident or illness of attendees

2. Civil unrest

3. Venue decoration

4. Natural disasters

The correct answer is: Venue decoration

The correct answer focuses on the elements typically included in a risk management plan, highlighting that venue decoration does not align with the primary purpose of such a plan. A risk management plan is fundamentally designed to identify, assess, and prepare for potential risks that could impact the successful execution of an event. Risks that are often included in these plans consist of factors that could pose dangers or disruptions, such as health issues of attendees, civil unrest that could affect safety, and natural disasters that could impact the venue's accessibility or safety. In contrast, venue decoration does not inherently pose a risk to the event’s operation or safety, and therefore, it would not typically be considered a component of a risk management plan. Instead, it falls under event planning logistics rather than risk management, as it involves aesthetic choices rather than the preparation for unforeseen events.