Source: https://www.quantsurv.com/library/tools/early-warning-register Content format: Markdown version of the public page. Content reviewed: 2026-10-14 # Early warning register Track notified risks, mitigation decisions and follow-up actions without confusing an early warning with a compensation-event notice. by [Jack Butler-Kettle]() · About 2 min readShare ## How to use it Record the risk when identified, the communication reference and agreed mitigation. Manage any compensation event through its separate procedure. ### Early warning register Record the risk when identified, the communication reference and agreed mitigation. Manage any compensation event through its separate procedure. [Download blank Excel workbook]() Free blank template for your own project. The completed example is shown below. No email address required. View the completed example Completed fictional example Westhaven refurbishment · 14 October 2026 · Version 1.0 #### Early warning register Scroll across if needed to read the whole record. A dash means no value has been entered. Early warning register: completed fictional example | Warning / date | Risk and possible effect | Communication | Mitigation / decision | Owner / due | Status / event link | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | EW-03 / 5 Oct | Level 1 access may be unavailable; partition sequence at risk | EW-03 portal receipt R-05 | Contractor to confirm access; prepare alternative work area | Project lead / 6 Oct | Access subsequently unavailable; separate CE-02 issued | | EW-04 / 9 Oct | Door delivery forecast late | EW-04 receipt R-09 | Supplier to confirm dispatch and explore alternative stock | Buyer / 12 Oct | Open; no event decision recorded | The completed example uses fictional people, events and records. Replace it with your own verified information and preserve supporting evidence. - [NEC: separate management processes]() ## Understanding your results The completed example uses fictional people, events and records. Replace it with your own verified information and preserve supporting evidence. ## How it works The workbook provides blank working records. Grey cells calculate from the entered inputs; yellow cells are for your information. The completed example stays on this page. Read the [related guidance]() for the context and checks behind this template. If you need help preparing or reviewing the project records, our [quantity surveying services]() explain the tasks available under a separate appointment. Agree the deliverable, responsibilities and required specialist input before work starts. [Browse the Library]()