Trivial-risk

A 'trivial-risk' refers to a situation or action where the potential negative consequences are minor, negligible, or of little importance, representing an inconsequential danger or hazard. It is characterized by the low probability of any harm occurring and the minimal severity of any potential outcome. The focus is on an insignificant chance of something bad happening or on a situation that poses minimal peril. This term is often used in decision-making to categorize hazards that are easily disregarded, or weighed less heavily when making judgments.

Trivial-risk meaning with examples

• Crossing a street during a low-traffic period presents a trivial-risk of being involved in a collision. Although there's a tiny chance of a car accident, the likelihood is very low, and the potential injury might be minor, like a scraped knee. The choice to cross the street in that scenario acknowledges and accepts this insignificant chance of injury.
• Taking an over-the-counter pain reliever according to package instructions has a trivial-risk of side effects. The potential for a headache or mild stomach upset is extremely slight, and if it does occur, the impact is easily manageable, so the trivial risk is accepted in exchange for pain relief. It is, in general, regarded as a risk worth taking.
• Missing a scheduled appointment for a non-critical health check-up has a trivial-risk. The consequences, such as a brief delay in information, or an inconvenient reschedule are insignificant. Unless it's a required regular visit, rescheduling the check-up has negligible impact, and the danger is minimal.
• Purchasing a new software update that has a trivial-risk of causing minor glitches. While there might be a small possibility of a temporary disruption, the likelihood of severe damage is extremely unlikely, with only an inconvenience for the user. Most times, this minor inconvenience is accepted in exchange for the new feature.