Flowchart ("Roadmap") for risk assessment: the necessary steps to conduct risk assessment according to Annex III of the Protocol

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Introduction to the topic

by Dr. Hans Bergmans, National Institute of Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), Bilthoven, Netherlands

In accordance with Annex III of the Protocol, risk assessment has to be performed in a scientifically sound manner, following a sequence of steps and taking into account the relevant scientific information on a number of points to consider. Continue reading »

Suggested points for discussion

1. How to combine, in a practical way, the steps in paragraph 8 and the points to consider in paragraph 9 of Annex III of the Protocol;
2. Are there steps missing on paragraph 8 or do these steps cover all types of existing LMOs?
3. Does paragraph 9 cover all necessary points to consider for assessing the safety of all types of existing LMOs?
4. Examples of guidance materials that are useful at each of the steps listed in paragraph 8.

Selected readings

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