A Cumulative Risk Perspective for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Professionals.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
; 17(17)2020 08 31.
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| ID: mdl-32878292
ABSTRACT
Cumulative risk assessment (CRA) addresses the combined risk associated with chemical and non-chemical exposures. Although CRA approaches are utilized in environmental and ecological contexts, they are rarely applied in workplaces. In this perspectives article, we strive to raise awareness among occupational health and safety (OHS) professionals and foster the greater adoption of a CRA perspective in practice. Specifically, we provide an overview of CRA literature as well as preliminary guidance on when to consider a CRA approach in occupational settings and how to establish reasonable boundaries. Examples of possible workplace co-exposures and voluntary risk management actions are discussed. We also highlight important implications for workplace CRA research and practice. In particular, future needs include simple tools for identifying combinations of chemical and non-chemical exposures, uniform risk management guidelines, and risk communication materials. Further development of practical CRA methods and tools are essential to meet the needs of complex and changing work environments.
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1
Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Gestión de Riesgos
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Exposición Profesional
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Salud Laboral
Tipo de estudio:
Etiology_studies
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Guideline
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Risk_factors_studies
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Int J Environ Res Public Health
Año:
2020
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos