Risk assessment is a systematic process used to evaluate the potential adverse effects of exposure to hazardous substances. It involves four key steps:
Hazard Identification: Identifying the chemical substances that pose a threat to health. Exposure Assessment: Estimating the extent and duration of exposure to the hazardous substance. Effect Assessment: Evaluating the relationship between exposure and adverse health effects. Risk Characterization: Integrating information from the previous steps to estimate the potential health risks.
