The PFA team has expert skills in chemistry, modelling and ecotoxicology, together with a strong grasp of custom and practice in the chemical industry. We can provide an experienced service in risk assessments, which is equally useful in REACH Chemical Safety Assessments, including:
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Literature searching. |
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Data review and assessment of fitness-for-purpose. |
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Modelling according to relevant EU guidelines. |
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Advice on the life cycle and use pattern information needed to determine PECs. |
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Use of standard emission scenario documents and defaults where measured data are not available. |
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Use of assessment factors and/or species sensitivity distributions in deriving predicted no effect concentrations (PNECs). |
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Sensitivity analysis. |
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Proposals for appropriate further testing where required. |
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Preparation of full environmental risk assessment reports. |
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Assessment of PBT properties from screening data. |
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Advice on testing strategies to confirm PBT properties. |
