PAM 190-51 — Risk Analysis For Unclassified Army Resources

PAM 190-51 governs risk analysis for Army resources and protection against criminal and terrorist threats.

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  • Publication number: PAM 190-51
  • Title: RISK ANALYSIS FOR UNCLASSIFIED ARMY RESOURCES
  • Date: 06/27/2019
  • Proponent: PMG
  • Status: ACTIVE

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It covers resource value, likelihood of aggression, risk levels, aggressor categories, and risk-factor tables. The procedure requires separate analysis of each resource and determination of risk levels for criminals and terrorists.

Applies to: The risk analysis procedure in this pamphlet applies to all of the resource types listed in AR 19051 and AR 19011 where it is noted that risk analysis is required.

Topics covered

  • Resource value ratings
  • Likelihood of aggression
  • Risk level determination
  • Potential aggressor categories
  • Resource protection analysis
  • Risk factor evaluation tables

Questions and answers

What factors make up risk in PAM 190-51?

Risk is composed of the two factors of resource value and likelihood of aggressor activity. (paragraph 6)

Does PAM 190-51 focus security on facilities or resources?

Security should be based upon protecting the resources in the facilities. (paragraph 6)

Which Army resources does the risk analysis procedure cover?

The following procedure will be applied to all Army resources being considered for protection, including those in existing facilities and those in facilities yet to be constructed or under major renovation. (paragraph 7)

When is risk analysis performed for new or renovated facilities?

The risk analysis for resources to be located in new or renovated facilities will be performed during the planning stages of the projects. (paragraph 7)

How is the resource value rating established?

Establish the value rating for resources using the results of evaluating the individual value rating factors. (paragraph 6)

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