> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.riskbase.uk/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.riskbase.uk/glossary/control.md). # Control Any ongoing measure which mitigates a risk’s severity, or reduces the likelihood of a risk occurring (prevention) is a control. Examples of controls could be that compartments are protected by fire doors fitted with smoke seals (to prevent spread of smoke through a building) or that regular EICRs are performed (to ensure wiring is in good condition so the risk of an electrical fire is low). Controls may be predefined, or a custom one may be added if predefined ones are not suitable. If an author adds a control they would like to appear against a checklist item in future during an assessment they can link it during the assessment. For how-to add new suggested controls to a checklist or question, visit [here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mAA3oMDN6Mncib0rWr3MmUWEPDgF9fcaZAOo79RTceI/edit?tab=t.0). --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.riskbase.uk/glossary/control.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.