What do the terms sound science, transparency, balance and workability mean?
Sound science means the use of reliable data produced by studies using validated methods. Transparency describes a regulatory process and policy development that are open to public scrutiny, invite and encourage participation by interested stakeholders and the informed public, and follow due process. Balance means appropriate concern for both risks and benefits, and proper allocation of government resources among competing priorities in the EPA Office of Pesticide Programs. Workability means administering the FQPA in a practical, realistic way from scientific, political, regulatory, agricultural, environmental and public health perspectives. Q: What is the IWGs goal for the Framework? A: The IWG urges that, after thorough review, analysis and full public discussion, EPA and USDA adopt the recommendations proposed in the Framework. Q: What are the general recommendations? A: To achieve the goals of the FQPA, especially those which emphasize protecting children and the establishment of a
