This book reports on one of the largest and most comprehensive risk assessment studies of its kind in North America on chemicals of concern, and what risk management is required to reduce these risks.

Written by worldwide experts, this book will be of interest to academics, researchers, policy-makers and consultants working with the next generation of new soil contamination cases.

What Reviewers Say About This Book

For consultants:

"This volume is not simply a text book; rather it is a detailed case study, offering insights into the scientific decisions made throughout the project. It provides both a historical record of one of the largest studies of its kind, and provides a foundation from which future investigators can learn and plan their own studies. It is highly recommended for anyone dealing with risk assessments, risk management or risk communication in a community context." [Go to full review]
Ronald W. Brecher, PhD, DABT, C.Chem., QPRA
Vice President, MTE Consultants Inc., Canada

For teachers:

"This book can be used as a detailed classroom study, providing students with a broad understanding of the myriad steps and decision points of risk assessment, as well as illustrating the use of common risk techniques and tools." [Go to full review]
Jacqueline Patterson, M. En., Peer Review and Consultation Program Manager
Toxicology Excellence for Risk Assessment, Cincinnati, USA

Risk Assessment and Environmental Management - A Case Study in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada