Incineration is becoming an increasingly popular method of treatment and disposal for both hazardous and municipal solid waste. Concerns about potential health risks associated with the operation of incineration facilities, however, have led to public opposition to their siting in several communities. The process of risk assessment is a useful tool for providing a quantitative basis for decision makers evaluating such siting concerns.
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