Risk Communication: A Handbook for Communicating Environmental, Safety, and Health Risks, 4th Edition

The pre-eminent book in the field, presented in a fully updated fourth edition

Presents the topic of risk communication in a highly accessible, understandable language and format

Combines sound, scientific research with practical, hands-on advice from risk practitioners with more than 20 years experience in the field

Can be used as an introduction to the field as well as a refresher and reference book for those communicating environmental, safety, and health risks in government, industry, and academia

Written for people in a variety of areas, including engineers of various types, scientists associated with risk assessments (atmospheric sciences, geology, biology, cultural resources), land use, health care, public health agencies, communication, and regulatory groups.