Risk Management is the management of risk exposure.
Overview The Risk Management Division is responsible for oversight and protection of county assets through purchase of insurance, contractual transfer of risk, program and operational analysis, mitigation of insured losses, loss prevention and related program and policy development. The risk management program was formally established in 1986. The Risk Management Division has established countywide written policies and procedures relative to insurance and self-insurance, claims management and rehabilitation services, and employee safety and health programs. Since the program's inception, a number of management initiatives have been accomplished. The Risk Management Division is responsible for oversight and protection of county assets through purchase of insurance, contractual transfer of risk, program and operational analysis, mitigation of incurred losses, and loss prevention programs to minimize risk and loss potential.