How is Risk Assessment Conducted in Environmental Monitoring?
Risk assessment involves evaluating the potential adverse effects of environmental contaminants on human health and the ecosystem. It typically includes the following steps:
Hazard Identification: Determining the toxic substances present in the environment and their potential health effects. Dose-Response Assessment: Establishing the relationship between the dose of a contaminant and the severity of its adverse effects. Exposure Assessment: Estimating the concentration, frequency, and duration of exposure to the contaminants. Risk Characterization: Integrating the information from the previous steps to characterize the overall risk.
