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HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION [7 records]
Record 1 - internal organization data 2025-02-18
Record 1, English
Record 1, Subject field(s)
- Emergency Management
- Risks and Threats (Security)
Record 1, Main entry term, English
- probabilistic risk assessment
1, record 1, English, probabilistic%20risk%20assessment
correct, noun
Record 1, Abbreviations, English
- PRA 1, record 1, English, PRA
correct, noun
Record 1, Synonyms, English
Record 1, Textual support, English
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 1 OBS
PRA... provides estimates of the range and likelihood of a hazard, exposure or risk, rather than a single point estimate. It can provide a more complete characterization of risks, including uncertainties and variability, to protect more sensitive or vulnerable populations and lifestages. 2, record 1, English, - probabilistic%20risk%20assessment
Record 1, French
Record 1, Domaine(s)
- Gestion des urgences
- Risques et menaces (Sécurité)
Record 1, Main entry term, French
- évaluation probabiliste des risques
1, record 1, French, %C3%A9valuation%20probabiliste%20des%20risques
correct, feminine noun
Record 1, Abbreviations, French
- EPR 1, record 1, French, EPR
correct, feminine noun
Record 1, Synonyms, French
Record 1, Textual support, French
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 1 CONT
L'évaluation probabiliste des risques (EPR) est une composante de l'analyse de risques, et plus spécifiquement de l'analyse quantitative des risques (AQR). L'EPR intervient après la phase d’identification des dangers et elle est ensuite un outil essentiel à la phase de gestion des risques [...] 1, record 1, French, - %C3%A9valuation%20probabiliste%20des%20risques
Record 1, Spanish
Record 1, Textual support, Spanish
Record 2 - internal organization data 2021-07-14
Record 2, English
Record 2, Subject field(s)
- Occupation Names (General)
- Food Safety
- Collaboration with the FAO
Record 2, Main entry term, English
- risk assessor
1, record 2, English, risk%20assessor
correct
Record 2, Abbreviations, English
Record 2, Synonyms, English
Record 2, Textual support, English
Record number: 2, Textual support number: 1 CONT
A further aim of these consultations is the development of guidelines relating to the different stages of risk assessment, such as hazard characterization and exposure assessment. The purpose of such guidelines is to help the risk assessor, the risk manager, and other interested parties to understand the principles and science behind the risk assessment steps. 2, record 2, English, - risk%20assessor
Record 2, French
Record 2, Domaine(s)
- Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
- Salubrité alimentaire
- Collaboration avec la FAO
Record 2, Main entry term, French
- évaluateur des risques
1, record 2, French, %C3%A9valuateur%20des%20risques
correct, masculine noun
Record 2, Abbreviations, French
Record 2, Synonyms, French
- évaluatrice des risques 2, record 2, French, %C3%A9valuatrice%20des%20risques
correct, feminine noun
Record 2, Textual support, French
Record 2, Spanish
Record 2, Textual support, Spanish
Record 3 - internal organization data 2021-07-14
Record 3, English
Record 3, Subject field(s)
- Decision-Making Process
- Nuclear Science and Technology
- Toxicology
Record 3, Main entry term, English
- integrated approach to testing and assessment
1, record 3, English, integrated%20approach%20to%20testing%20and%20assessment
correct, see observation
Record 3, Abbreviations, English
- IATA 1, record 3, English, IATA
correct
Record 3, Synonyms, English
Record 3, Textual support, English
Record number: 3, Textual support number: 1 CONT
Integrated approaches to testing and assessment(IATAs) use an iterative approach to answer a defined hazard characterization question within a specific regulatory context. An IATA integrates and weights all relevant and reliable existing information about a chemical, such as toxicity data, exposure routes, use cases, and production volumes; guides the targeted generation of new data, preferably using non-animal approaches, to inform regulatory decision-making; and provides a conclusion, sometimes based on expert judgment, that can inform regulatory decision-making. 2, record 3, English, - integrated%20approach%20to%20testing%20and%20assessment
Record number: 3, Textual support number: 1 OBS
integrated approach to testing and assessment: designation usually used in the plural. 3, record 3, English, - integrated%20approach%20to%20testing%20and%20assessment
Record 3, Key term(s)
- integrated approaches to testing and assessment
Record 3, French
Record 3, Domaine(s)
- Processus décisionnel
- Sciences et techniques nucléaires
- Toxicologie
Record 3, Main entry term, French
- approche intégrée en matière d'essais et d'évaluation
1, record 3, French, approche%20int%C3%A9gr%C3%A9e%20en%20mati%C3%A8re%20d%27essais%20et%20d%27%C3%A9valuation
correct, see observation, feminine noun
Record 3, Abbreviations, French
- IATA 1, record 3, French, IATA
correct, feminine noun
Record 3, Synonyms, French
Record 3, Textual support, French
Record number: 3, Textual support number: 1 CONT
Les approches intégrées en matière d'essais et d'évaluation (IATA) constituent une stratégie fondée sur des hypothèses qui inclut d'une manière transparente et scientifiquement crédible de nouvelles avancées scientifiques dans le système actuel de tests de toxicité. Fonctionnant par étapes, les IATA cherchent à exploiter toutes les données disponibles sur un produit chimique avant de lancer une batterie de tests de toxicité, afin de concentrer les tests sur les points limites pertinents sont source de préoccupation [...] 1, record 3, French, - approche%20int%C3%A9gr%C3%A9e%20en%20mati%C3%A8re%20d%27essais%20et%20d%27%C3%A9valuation
Record number: 3, Textual support number: 1 OBS
approche intégrée en matière d'essais et d'évaluation : désignation habituellement utilisée au pluriel. 2, record 3, French, - approche%20int%C3%A9gr%C3%A9e%20en%20mati%C3%A8re%20d%27essais%20et%20d%27%C3%A9valuation
Record 3, Key term(s)
- approches intégrées en matière d'essais et d'évaluation
Record 3, Spanish
Record 3, Textual support, Spanish
Record 4 - internal organization data 2019-05-10
Record 4, English
Record 4, Subject field(s)
- Scientific Measurements and Analyses
- Toxicology
- Food Safety
- Collaboration with the FAO
Record 4, Main entry term, English
- integrated toxicological evaluation
1, record 4, English, integrated%20toxicological%20evaluation
correct
Record 4, Abbreviations, English
Record 4, Synonyms, English
Record 4, Textual support, English
Record number: 4, Textual support number: 1 CONT
Following the phase of hazard identification, hazard characterization and food intake assessment, an integrated toxicological evaluation will combine all the information in relation to the food safety of the complex GM [genetically modified] animal-derived food product. This integrated toxicological evaluation needs to identify food safety issues that may require additional investigation, including traditional toxicity testing. 2, record 4, English, - integrated%20toxicological%20evaluation
Record 4, French
Record 4, Domaine(s)
- Mesures et analyse (Sciences)
- Toxicologie
- Salubrité alimentaire
- Collaboration avec la FAO
Record 4, Main entry term, French
- évaluation toxicologique intégrée
1, record 4, French, %C3%A9valuation%20toxicologique%20int%C3%A9gr%C3%A9e
correct, feminine noun
Record 4, Abbreviations, French
Record 4, Synonyms, French
Record 4, Textual support, French
Record number: 4, Textual support number: 1 CONT
Après la phase d'identification et de caractérisation des dangers et d'étude de l'ingestion alimentaire, une évaluation toxicologique intégrée combinera toutes les informations relatives à la sécurité sanitaire des denrées alimentaires complexes issues d'animaux génétiquement modifiés. Cette évaluation devra déterminer quelles sont les questions de sécurité sanitaire pouvant nécessiter des études supplémentaires, y compris des études de toxicité classiques. 2, record 4, French, - %C3%A9valuation%20toxicologique%20int%C3%A9gr%C3%A9e
Record 4, Spanish
Record 4, Textual support, Spanish
Record 5 - internal organization data 2010-03-03
Record 5, English
Record 5, Subject field(s)
- Hygiene and Health
- Pollution (General)
Record 5, Main entry term, English
- exposure assessment
1, record 5, English, exposure%20assessment
correct
Record 5, Abbreviations, English
Record 5, Synonyms, English
Record 5, Textual support, English
Record number: 5, Textual support number: 1 CONT
Exposure Assessment is the aspect of risk assessment that determines the actual levels of exposure and absorption of toxicant among the population of exposed individuals. The levels of exposure are measured based on the frequency and duration of exposure as well as the levels of contaminant in the exposure media, such as soil, water, air, and food. Actual absorption is determined by toxicological studies. 2, record 5, English, - exposure%20assessment
Record number: 5, Textual support number: 2 CONT
The risk assessment phase consists of four steps :hazard identification, hazard characterization, exposure assessment, and risk characterization. 3, record 5, English, - exposure%20assessment
Record 5, French
Record 5, Domaine(s)
- Hygiène et santé
- Pollution (Généralités)
Record 5, Main entry term, French
- évaluation de l'exposition
1, record 5, French, %C3%A9valuation%20de%20l%27exposition
correct, feminine noun
Record 5, Abbreviations, French
Record 5, Synonyms, French
Record 5, Textual support, French
Record number: 5, Textual support number: 1 CONT
La phase d'évaluation du risque comprend quatre étapes : identification du danger, caractérisation du danger, évaluation de l'exposition et caractérisation du risque. 2, record 5, French, - %C3%A9valuation%20de%20l%27exposition
Record 5, Spanish
Record 5, Campo(s) temático(s)
- Higiene y Salud
- Contaminación (Generalidades)
Record 5, Main entry term, Spanish
- evaluación de la exposición
1, record 5, Spanish, evaluaci%C3%B3n%20de%20la%20exposici%C3%B3n
correct, feminine noun
Record 5, Abbreviations, Spanish
Record 5, Synonyms, Spanish
Record 5, Textual support, Spanish
Record 6 - internal organization data 2008-02-26
Record 6, English
Record 6, Subject field(s)
- Food Safety
Record 6, Main entry term, English
- hazard characterization
1, record 6, English, hazard%20characterization
correct
Record 6, Abbreviations, English
Record 6, Synonyms, English
Record 6, Textual support, English
Record number: 6, Textual support number: 1 CONT
The assessments of risk from hazards in food and water have much in common. A common approach to microbiological hazards in food and water may accelerate development of the science and may also improve the quantity and quality of data available to conduct risk assessments. The hazard characterization step of risk assessment is the one most amenable to a common approach. WHO has been leading the development of risk analysis for the management of public health risks posed by hazards in water. 2, record 6, English, - hazard%20characterization
Record 6, French
Record 6, Domaine(s)
- Salubrité alimentaire
Record 6, Main entry term, French
- caractérisation des dangers
1, record 6, French, caract%C3%A9risation%20des%20dangers
correct, feminine noun
Record 6, Abbreviations, French
Record 6, Synonyms, French
Record 6, Textual support, French
Record number: 6, Textual support number: 1 DEF
Évaluation qualitative et/ou quantitative de la nature des effets adverses pour la santé associés aux agents biologiques, chimiques et physiques qui peuvent être présents dans un aliment. 2, record 6, French, - caract%C3%A9risation%20des%20dangers
Record number: 6, Textual support number: 1 OBS
Pour les agents chimiques, la relation dose/réponse doit être évaluée. Pour les agents biologiques ou physiques, une telle évaluation doit être effectuée si les données sont disponibles. 2, record 6, French, - caract%C3%A9risation%20des%20dangers
Record number: 6, Textual support number: 1 CONT
La caractérisation des dangers fournit une description des effets adverses sur la santé pouvant résulter de l'ingestion d'un micro-organisme. Lorsque des données sont disponibles, la caractérisation des dangers est censée fournir des informations quantitatives sur la relation dose-réponse et sur la probabilité d'effets adverses. 3, record 6, French, - caract%C3%A9risation%20des%20dangers
Record 6, Spanish
Record 6, Campo(s) temático(s)
- Inocuidad Alimentaria
Record 6, Main entry term, Spanish
- caracterización de los peligros
1, record 6, Spanish, caracterizaci%C3%B3n%20de%20los%20peligros
correct, feminine noun
Record 6, Abbreviations, Spanish
Record 6, Synonyms, Spanish
Record 6, Textual support, Spanish
Record number: 6, Textual support number: 1 DEF
Evaluación cualitativa y/o cuantitativa de la naturaleza de los efectos adversos asociados a agentes biológicos, químicos y físicos que pueden estar presentes en los alimentos. 1, record 6, Spanish, - caracterizaci%C3%B3n%20de%20los%20peligros
Record number: 6, Textual support number: 1 OBS
En el caso de los agentes químicos debe realizarse una evaluación de la relación dosis-respuesta. En lo que respecta a los agentes biológicos o físicos, si los datos lo permiten debe realizarse también una evaluación de esa relación. 1, record 6, Spanish, - caracterizaci%C3%B3n%20de%20los%20peligros
Record 7 - internal organization data 2007-04-11
Record 7, English
Record 7, Subject field(s)
- Federal Administration
- Hygiene and Health
Record 7, Main entry term, English
- risk characterization
1, record 7, English, risk%20characterization
correct
Record 7, Abbreviations, English
Record 7, Synonyms, English
Record 7, Textual support, English
Record number: 7, Textual support number: 1 DEF
The qualitative and/or quantitative estimation, including attendant uncertainties, of the probability of occurrence and severity of known or potential adverse health effects in a given population based on hazard identification, hazard characterization and exposure assessment. 2, record 7, English, - risk%20characterization
Record 7, French
Record 7, Domaine(s)
- Administration fédérale
- Hygiène et santé
Record 7, Main entry term, French
- caractérisation du risque
1, record 7, French, caract%C3%A9risation%20du%20risque
correct, feminine noun
Record 7, Abbreviations, French
Record 7, Synonyms, French
- caractérisation des risques 2, record 7, French, caract%C3%A9risation%20des%20risques
correct, feminine noun
Record 7, Textual support, French
Record number: 7, Textual support number: 1 DEF
Intégration de la détermination du danger, de sa caractérisation et de l'évaluation de l'exposition dans une estimation des effets nuisibles probables sur la santé au sein d'une population donnée, incluant les incertitudes connexes. 3, record 7, French, - caract%C3%A9risation%20du%20risque
Record 7, Spanish
Record 7, Textual support, Spanish
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