Risk characterization and prototyping

The paper proposes a characterization of risk and a service-oriented prototype to face emergencies situations in industrial environments. We outline the technological features of a risk environment and a service system aimed at improving safety in work places. To achieve this goal we overview technologies and discuss engineering issues related to risk modeling. A prototype architecture of a Risk Management System is presented, composed of layered services able to detect (corrective behavior) and to prevent (pro-active behavior) the occurrence of risk conditions in work contexts.