ACOEM GUIDANCE STATEMENT Reproductive and Developmental Hazard Management
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T he magnitude, characterization, and control of occupational and environmental reproductive and developmental health risks are areas of active scholarly investigation. Scientific, epidemiological, and toxicological data concerning reproductive and developmental health risks have been determined for some chemicals, but data on many chemicals, physical agents, and biological agents are limited and, in some instances, nonexistent. Consequently, there may be considerable uncertainty about what action should be taken to adequately manage potential workplace reproductive health hazards. The American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM) has developed this guidance document to assist physicians and occupational health professionals in managing reproductive and developmental risks and uncertainties. This guidance describes measures to assess the magnitude of potential reproductive and developmental risks in the workplace and presents options to manage the uncertainty associated with these risks.
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