What should a risk assessment for travel include?

• A. Avoid risk assessment.
• B. Focus only on weather.
• C. Travel risk and mitigation strategies should be identified and planned.
• D. Travel planning is optional.

Answer: (C)

Identifying travel risks and planning mitigation is what a proper travel risk assessment should do. In athletic travel, you look at potential hazards across transportation, weather, facilities, medical needs, supervision, and the itinerary itself, then outline concrete steps to reduce those risks. This means naming what could go wrong, judging how likely it is and how severe it would be, and then detailing actions to prevent or respond to those issues—like secure transportation, weather monitoring, contingency routes or dates, a clear communication plan, emergency contacts, medical supplies, staff supervision ratios, and insurance or approvals.

That approach is essential because it moves from guessing to preparation, guiding decisions, and ensuring everyone knows how to stay safe and handle problems if they arise. It’s broader than just weather, and it isn’t optional or neglectful of planning; it explicitly pairs risk with concrete, actionable steps.