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What does the BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment do?

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An introduction to the BfR

Our tasks

‘Identify risks – protect health’ – the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment) has adopted this guiding principle for its work in the field of consumer health protection. We assess the health risks of food, everyday products and chemicals, identify new health risks and develop recommendations for risk minimisation. We communicate the risk assessment process transparently.

  • Assess risks

    Our assessment is based on internationally recognised scientific assessment criteria. The BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment has published a guideline for its health assessments in consumer protection.

  • Communicate risks

    The BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment has the legal mandate to inform the public about possible, identified and assessed risks that food, substances and products may pose.

  • Research

    The BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment conducts its own research on topics that are closely related to its assessment for consumer health protection.

  • Co-operate

    In order to fulfil its many and varied tasks, the BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment maintains close contacts with various state and non-governmental institutions.

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Facts and figures

  • 2002
    established
  • 1,100+
    employees
  • 4
    locations in Berlin

The history of the BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment at a glance

Careers at the BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment

More than 1,100 people with different professions and experiences work at the BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment. A third of them work in a scientific capacity.

Category

Advice from independent experts

The BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment is advised by independent expert committees.

Category Research

Research at the BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment

The research projects at the BfRshort forGerman Federal Institute for Risk Assessment serve to ensure food and feed safety, chemical and product safety, risk communication and the protection of laboratory animals.

Co-operation

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