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# Create a risk response task in the Risk Workspace

# Create a risk response task in the Risk Workspace {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Australia
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* Updated March 12, 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Create a risk response task to define plan of actions, assign responsibilities, set priorities, and establish deadlines to ensure effective management of the assessed risks.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_risk_advanced.ara_assessor

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllRiskRisk Workspace.
2. Select the task ![Task icon.]() icon.
3. Open a risk assessment for which you want to add a risk response task and navigate to the Risk response section.
4. To create a risk response task, select Create task next to the selected risk response plan.
5. On the form, fill in the fields.  
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   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Name | Unique name of the risk response task. |
   | Plan | Actions that are implemented to manage the identified risk. Actions include steps, methods, and resources required to manage the risk. |
   | Assigned to | Person responsible for managing the risk response task. |
   | Priority | Importance or urgency of the risk response task. |
   | Due date | Date by which the risk response task must be completed. |
   [Table 1. Risk response task form]

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6. Select Save task.
* **[Create an action item in the risk response task](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/DNu56y0pioct6USAsOftKw)**   
  Create multiple strategies with various action items for each risk response task. Action items help you to understand and focus on specific steps needed to manage risks.

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