Continuous or repeated measurement of agents in the (working)
environment to evaluate environmental
exposure and possible damage
by comparison with appropriate reference values based on knowledge
of the probable relationship between ambient exposure and resultant
health effects.
Source:
PAC, 2001, 73, 993
(Risk assessment for occupational exposure to chemicals. A review of current methodology
(IUPAC Technical Report))
on page 1022
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