What is the formal process of assessing possible injury exposure in PE called?

The formal process of assessing possible injury exposure in physical education is called risk management. This encompasses identifying potential hazards, assessing the likelihood and severity of injuries related to these hazards, and implementing strategies to minimize the risk of injury. Risk management aims to create a safe environment for physical activity that addresses both the immediate and long-term safety of participants.

While safety evaluation focuses on analyzing current safety measures and conditions, it does not encompass the full systematic approach of evaluating and managing risks. Similarly, injury prevention entails broader initiatives designed to avoid injuries, but it is not specifically the formal process of assessing risks. Risk assessment is a component of risk management; it involves identifying and analyzing risks but doesn't include the steps for addressing them comprehensively. Thus, risk management is the term that best captures the entire process of determining and mitigating injury risks in a structured manner.