The phrase "a risk of harm" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing potential dangers or negative outcomes associated with a particular action or situation.
Example: "The study highlighted a risk of harm to participants if proper safety measures were not implemented."
Alternatives: "a chance of injury" or "a possibility of danger."
We have a duty to protect the public from those who pose a risk of harm and, in particular, those who have committed serious criminal offences.
An MoJ spokesman said: "Restraint should only be used as a last resort, where there is a risk of harm, and where it is absolutely necessary to do so and no other form of intervention is possible or appropriate.
However, the first duty of the police is to protect the public from harm so use of Tasers will remain an option when someone is posing a risk of harm either to themselves or others".
Collins questioned whether "a pregnant mother who eats unpasteurised cheese or a soft boiled egg knowing there is a risk that it could give rise to a risk of harm to the foetus" might also find herself accused of a crime.
Among the shortcomings identified by the inspectors is the finding that in 39% of cases a "risk of harm" screening had not been completed by the time a prisoner was released on licence, and occasionally there were very lengthy delays in their completion.
And even though it is difficult to imagine someone being harmed by eating too much breakfast cereal or yogurt, say, there is a risk of harm if health claims made about functional foods encourage people to see them as substitutes for drugs or lifestyle changes they may need.
Another is incapacitation--when someone has demonstrated a risk of harming others, we put him in a place where he's less able to do so, at least for a time.
(Jane, age 33) The chemical aspect of CDT was by several informants linked to a risk of harming the body.
NEVER heely at high speed when there is a risk of harming yourself or others.
SROs can be applied to any individual who police believe poses a risk of sexual harm, even if they have never been convicted of a crime.
"We may provide information without a subpoena, warrant or court order when a post poses a risk of imminent harm".
