Risk Space Diagram

We discuss this risk space in more detail in below. 

A key component of risk perception is whether or not the risk is considered voluntary. Absolute risk is less important to an individual than whether or not the risk is voluntarily chosen. For example, some relative risks of dying are shown in table 9.1 

Activity/Source Secondhand smoke at home Eating peanut butter  

There are several general statements that can be made regarding the general perception of risk. These are summarized as follows  

Voluntary risks are accepted more readily than those that are imposed Risks under individual control are accepted more readily that those under government control 

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Figure 9.1. Risk Space Diagram [Modified from Klaassen, 1996]...

More information could be included in Figure 1.5 had space for the diagram not been limited by text format. It is most inportant that the PFD remain uncluttered and easy to follow in order to avoid errors and misunderstandings. Adding additional material to Figure 1.5 risks sacrificing clarity. 

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