A framework for the application of precaution in science-based decision making about risk : Cadre d'application de la précaution dans un processus décisionnel scientifique en gestion du risque

Summary

This Framework outlines guiding principles for the application of precaution to science-based decision making in areas of federal regulatory activity for the protection of health and safety and the environment and the conservation of natural resources.

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environment risk assessment education economics science and technology psychology research risk management evaluation administrative agencies decision-making epistemology ethics information philosophy precautionary principle risk social sciences uncertainty cognition evidence-based medicine decision making cost–benefit analysis credibility values society risks precautionary decision makers cognitive science costs and benefits technology and state science and state decision-making process