Revised | Originally Published: July 3, 2021 @ 4:24 pm

The terms Danger, Hazard, and Risk are frequently confused and conflated in early learning settings, which leads to confusion and lack of clarity. Here’s a quick rundown clarifying what each word means. Mitigating hazards involves removing or helping kids see or anticipate them and is a critical component of supporting developmentally appropriate risk-taking.

Related Links

You’ll find more information on this topic at these links:

• Danger
• Hazard
• Risk
• 5 Hazard Mitigation Strategies
• Early Learning Physical Hazard Rating Matrix
• 3 Hazard Categories
• 4 Types Of Early Learning Risk Taking
• Free Forms | Benefit And Risk Assessment

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