Risk assessment is the process of evaluating the potential risks that a chemical substance or mixture may pose to human health and the environment.
It involves assessing the substance’s hazard properties, exposure scenarios, and the effectiveness of risk management measures to determine whether risks are adequately controlled.
Risk assessment supports informed decision-making by identifying potential hazards, evaluating exposure, and determining the measures needed to ensure the safe manufacture and use of chemicals. Where appropriate, it may also consider safer alternatives to hazardous substances.