Reference compilation: Performing qualitative and quantitative ecological risk assessments at hazardous waste sites
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OSTI ID:230887
The Ecological Risk Assessment Reference Compilation of 1994 was well received by SETAC members. This 1995 elaborated compilation will be even more focused for ecological risk assessments (ERAs) at hazardous waste sites. As the field of ERA broadens, scientists from various disciplines are called upon to become assessors. Although a USEPA framework for ERAs exists, the guidance is unlike the detailed USEPA guidance available for human risk assessments. Currently, the quality of an ERA is dependent upon the assessor`s scientific acumen, professional experience, and recognized reference documents. This reference compilation encompasses published documents which have provided useful and important information for qualitative and quantitative ERAs. Reference areas include: bioaccumulation and bioconcentration factors, bioavailability, ecotoxicological test data, reference toxicity values (terrestrial and aquatic), identification of indicator and keystone species, ecosystem characteristics, exposure assessments, endpoint selection, effects assessments, risk characterizations, quantification of exposures, characterization and quantification of uncertainty, sediment quality guidelines, and applicable, relevant and appropriate requirements (ARARs).
- OSTI ID:
- 230887
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-9511137--; ISBN 1-880611-03-1
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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