@article{ref1,
title="The relationship between risk analysis and the precautionary principle",
journal="Toxicology",
year="2002",
author="Morris, Julian",
volume="181-182",
number="",
pages="127-130",
abstract="Definitions of the precautionary principle (PP) are reviewed with particular reference to the role of risk assessment. In general, the PP is employed as a means of justifying decisions that are contrary to the conclusions of a formal risk assessment. Even where risk assessment is accepted as part of a precautionary approach, its importance in subsequent decision-making tends to be undermined by application of the PP. The implications for the future of risk assessment-based decisions in areas as diverse as environmental protection and food safety are briefly considered.<p />",
language="",
issn="0300-483X",
doi="10.1016/S0300-483X(02)00268-8",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0300-483X(02)00268-8"
}