Electronic Distance Learning Tool (eDLT)
Specialized Center (ICEHT) Training Programs CRI/ICEIT Newsletter Publications Chem HelpDesk Electronic Distance Learning Tool (eDLT) on Risk Assessment and Risk Management The Electronic Distance Learning Tool (eDLT) on Risk Assessment and Risk Management is a web-based, interactive tool that users can access to learn more about risk assessment and risk management of chemicals. It was developed under a SAICM Quick Start Programme (QSP) project entitled, “Development of course materials and a distance learning tool for the assessment of risk from the use of chemicals to support SAICM’s capacity building efforts in developing countries” in 2010. The project was carried out by CRI as the implementing agency, in collaboration with the University of Ottawa, Canada, Utrecht University, the Netherlands and WHO’s International Programme on Chemical Safety (WHO IPCS). The objective of the project is to make available globally-relevant training material in the area of risk assessment, risk management and toxicology through the development of distance learning course materials as well as a distance learning tool/courseware. Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Mahidol officially launched the eDLT on Risk Assessment and Risk Management, at a specially organized ceremony at WHO SEARO on February 14th, 2013. The eDLT can be accessed through the website http://www.chemDLT.com. The eDLT website provides background information...