We have created bowtie diagram examples to showcase the visual appeal of this straightforward risk assessment technique used to understand and communicate risk.
Bowtie diagrams are a method used in risk assessments to help you visualise your risk. By understanding the barriers you have in place to prevent an incident or mitigate its consequences, you can improve your organisation’s risk management strategies. Bowtie diagrams are used in many different industries, but particularly in those deemed hazardous. This includes Oil & Gas, Cyber Security, Aerospace, Offshore Wind, Rail & Transport, and many more.
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For additional uses of bowtie analysis have a look at Additional uses of Bowtie Diagrams.
These diagrams were created using the bowtie methodology outlined below:
Use this bowtie analysis cheat sheet to build your first bowtie diagram to identify and manage the key controls of your operation.