What are actions or measures aimed at eliminating hazards or mitigating risks referred to as?

The term that refers to actions or measures aimed at eliminating hazards or mitigating risks is controls. In the context of Navy Operational Risk Management, controls are structured interventions designed to reduce the likelihood of risks or the impact of hazards. These can take various forms, such as procedural changes, safety equipment, training, or policy adjustments, all intended to create a safer operational environment.

While regulations, safety measures, and corrigendum may relate to safety and risk management, they do not specifically encapsulate the proactive and systematic approach that controls represent within the ORM framework. Regulations typically refer to formal guidelines or rules established by authorities, safety measures may indicate general practices or standards to enhance safety, and a corrigendum refers to an error correction in published material rather than risk management. Therefore, controls are the most precise term for the actions taken to address hazards and risks in operational settings.