Risk assessment is a systematic process used to evaluate the potential adverse effects of stressors. It involves four main steps:
Hazard Identification: Identifying the stressor and its potential to cause harm. Exposure Assessment: Estimating the magnitude, frequency, and duration of exposure. Dose-Response Assessment: Analyzing the relationship between the dose and the adverse effects. Risk Characterization: Integrating the information to estimate the risk and uncertainty.
Effective risk assessment requires comprehensive data and understanding of both the stressor and the exposed population.
