Objectives of risk communication
The fundamental goal of risk communication, as you may have realized, is to provide meaningful, relevant and accurate information, in clear and understandable terms targeted to a particular audience. The specific objectives include:
1) Promote awareness and understanding of the specific issues under consideration during the risk analysis process, by all participants
2) Promote consistency and transparency in arriving at and implementing risk management decisions
3) Provide a sound basis for understanding the risk management decisions, proposed or implemented
4) Improve the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the risk analysis process
5) Contribute to the development and delivery of effective information and education programmes, when they are selected & risk management options