Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Chemical hazards pose significant risks to human health, the environment, and various sectors of society.Understanding these hazards, their sources, and their impacts is crucial for effective risk management and development of appropriate safety measures.This review provides a comprehensive overview of chemical hazards, encompassing various aspects such as the types of chemicals involved, their sources, exposure pathways, and adverse effects on human health and the environment.The assessment also covers the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals, stressing the significance of correct management to avert mishaps and lessen possible damage.It examines different risk assessment techniques and regulatory frameworks used to manage and reduce chemical hazards in addition to the dangers themselves.In order to choose the best control methods, it addresses the significance of hazard identification, exposure assessment, and risk characterization.It also looks at how national and international bodies, as well as industry standards, set safety rules and regulations.This analysis highlights the complexity of chemical dangers, their effects, and contributes to collective awareness for efficient risk management, preventative measures, and environmental preservation.
Language: English
Subfield: Chemical Health and Safety
Field: Chemical Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414602430
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