We subscribe to this approach and have been involved in it for almost two decades. We offer this volume for those entering the field of environmental risk who need to understand how all the varying and diverse pieces are used and how they fit together. The book is structured to be used as a text by taking the chapters in sequence. However, many of the chapters stand on their own and can be read and understood independently. This volume is the first comprehensive and integrated volume to provide professionals with an introduction to all aspects of the field of risk analysis.
Risk is a quantifiable concept.
The quantitative nature of risk is introduced in chapter two and carried through the rest of this book. This allows the reader to fully understand how risk numbers are developed and how to do the same for new data. Finally, we present some selected case studies to allow the new professional a glimpse of how this all works in the real world. Risk Management Risk Communication Risk Policy Risk Characteristics Precision and Accuracy Safe vs. The Toxicology of Carcinogens Safety Assessment .