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You searched for these word(s): risk assessmentLaws and regulations
https://www.rivm.nl/en/nanotechnology/laws-and-regulations… Due to the unique properties of advanced (nano)materials, risk assessment methods sometimes need to be adapted. This also … to the laws and regulations that set requirements for such assessments. RIVM assists the European Commission and Dutch … in the research and innovation that they support. Risk assessment of advanced (nano)materials The risk …
Publication date: 07-19-2012What does RIVM do?
https://www.rivm.nl/en/nanotechnology/what-does-rivm-do… advanced (nano)materials. We investigate whether the health risks posed to humans and the environment can be assessed … KIR-nano, the Knowledge and information centre on Risks of nanotechnology, is operational since 2007. It … ”, several times a year. Research projects focused on risk assessment The aim of RIVM’s research and activities is to …
Publication date: 07-19-2012Biobased chemistry
https://www.rivm.nl/en/biobased-economy/biobased-chemistry… and safe environment and an improved public health. In our assessments we include the socio-economic aspects as well as … we also focus on the integration of environmental impact assessment of biobased chemicals into REACH. Policy decision …
Publication date: 04-02-2015Implications for humans and the environment
https://www.rivm.nl/en/nanotechnology/implications-for-humans-and-the-environment… At the same time, it is difficult to predict the potential risks. For example, some particles are poorly soluble and … is often still uncertain, but there is evidence of their risk in certain situations. For example, inhalation of these …
Publication date: 07-19-2012Proclaimer
https://www.rivm.nl/en/consexpo/related-tools/nano-tool/proclaimer… It is recommended that experts (nanotoxicology, exposure assessment and risk assessment) are responsible for the evaluation and … of the results of the model is required as a basis for risk assessment. RIVM is not responsible for the …
Publication date: 04-24-2015About
https://www.rivm.nl/en/consexpo/related-tools/nano-tool/about… human inhalation exposure giving a first indication of the risk after that specific exposure to nanomaterials. Update … have been added. Depending on the hazard information in the risk assessment, doses are more appropriately expressed in …
Publication date: 04-24-2015Application in products
https://www.rivm.nl/en/nanotechnology/application-in-products… advanced (nano)materials. These nanoparticles can pose risks to human health. The European Food Safety Authority … in a product. Scientists are still debating the potential risks associated with inhaling titanium dioxide …
Publication date: 07-19-2012Working safely with advanced (nano)materials
https://www.rivm.nl/en/nanotechnology/working-safely-with-advanced-nanomaterials… particles poses the most significant and common health risk in the workplace. Additionally, exposure can occur … actions. Given the uncertainties surrounding the health risks associated with advanced (nano)materials, the … en preventie (Nanomaterials in Health Care: occupational risks and prevention) Nanomaterialen in onderhoudswerk: …
Publication date: 07-19-2012Background paper of TRS 989 - Report of the WHO Study Group on Tobacco Product Regulation
https://www.rivm.nl/en/who-collaborating-centre-for-tobacco-product-regulation-and-control/present-collaborating-activities/background-paper-of-trs-989-report-of-who-study-group-on-tobacco-product-regulation… of reduced exposure, and they have not decreased health risks. Cigarettes with reduced nicotine content are another … in cigarette filters, are not associated with reduced risk. Further alterations to or processing of tobacco plants …
Publication date: 04-13-2015Physical Activity
https://www.rivm.nl/en/physical-activity… Activity in the Netherlands RIVM assesses the health risks of physical inactivity, studies the impact and …
Publication date: 04-21-2015