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Environmental Science
Toxicology
Risk Assessment

Background:

Metals present unique challenges in risk assessment due to their distinct properties and behaviors.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) identified the need for standardized scientific principles for metals risk evaluations.
Existing risk assessment policies and guidance required supplementation to address metals-specific considerations.

Framework:

The "Framework for Metals Risk Assessment" provides a science-based approach to evaluating human health and ecological risks.
It details key principles addressing the unique attributes and behaviors of metals and their compounds.
The framework was developed with input from stakeholders, experts, and underwent peer review by the EPA Science Advisory Board (SAB).

Implementation:

This framework serves as a guide for all EPA programs and regional offices.
It is intended to supplement or update existing policies, practices, and guidance for metals assessments.
The document is not prescriptive but outlines principles for conducting risk assessments.

Implications:

The framework aims to foster consistency in metals risk assessments across EPA programs and regions.
It will enhance the understanding of metals' impacts on human health and ecosystems.
The document will be used alongside program-specific guidance for various assessment activities, including site-specific evaluations and criteria derivation.