Description
Book SynopsisRisk assessment is considered by many analysts to be an objective scientific tool. It is considered to be variously influenced by broader issues which in turn have important practical implications both for risk assessors and decision makers. Risk Assessment and Risk Management examines a range of practical applications of risk assessment methods and risk management procedures in the broad context of environmental science and technology. Written by acknowledged experts in the field, the articles cover a variety of areas, with reference to subjects as diverse as BSE, the use of risk assessment in government, using computer modelling as an aid to risk assessment in the case of accidental contamination of rivers and estuaries, quantitative cancer risk assessment related to carcinogens in the environment, landfilling of household wastes, environmental risk assessment and management of chemicals, and aquatic risk assessment and management of pesticides. This book provides a detailed and wide
Trade Review"...A treasure trove for the environmental scientist and technologist..." * OS&H September 1998 *
"...topical and relevant ... recommended reading for environmental practitioners in both the public and private sectors." * Environmental Scientist Vol 7 No 5 September/October 98 *
Table of ContentsIsolation or Integration? The Relationship Between Risk Assessment and Risk Management; The Use of Risk Assessment in Government; Pollution Risk Management; Quantitative Cancer Risk Assessment - Pitfalls and Progress; Assessment of Risks to Health from Landfilling of Household Wastes; Environmental Risk Assessment and Management of Chemicals; Aquatic Risk Assessment and Risk Management for Pesticides; Subject Index.
