Priority of measures

The variables classification of a linear model is expounded in detail in Chapter 7. Here, we shall make use in particular of the method according to Section 7.2, with certain modifications due to the assumed priority of measuring,... 

The arrest of deterioration and the prevention of its recurrence has higher priority than restoration. Thus, identification of the causes of a problem and the design of measures to stabilize and consoHdate the object are primary considerations. Removal of the symptoms and restoration of the visual appearance comes only after the physical iategrity has beea safeguarded. 

The final, and yet perhaps the highest priority of all, is to improve the awareness and knowledge base within the ocean science community as to the availability and optimal use of reference materials. To ensure quality control of measurements in ocean sciences, it is paramount to establish and maintain a database of reference materials, and to make available short courses in reference material use. 

The national network of air pollution measurements is keyed to the 247 air quality control regions (aqcr s), which were classified according to the relative severity of their pollution problems. The classification is a ranking of measured ambient air concentrations or the estimated air quality in the area of maximal severity. The priorities for air quality problem severity are as follows ... 

Other haloacids with longer carbon chains can also be formed in drinking water, mostly with chlorine and chloramine. One of these, 3,3-dichloropropenoic acid, was included as a priority DBF measured in the U.S. Nationwide Occurrence Smdy [11, 12]. It was found at a maximum of 4.7 pg/L and was present in nearly all of the water-treatment plants studied. The corresponding brominated acid, 3,3-dibromopropenoic acid, has also been identified as a DBF in drinking water, as well as several other three-, four-, and five-carbcai acids and diacids [10]. 

In the conventional view, (1) is logically prior to (2) however, it is perfectly possible to reverse the logical priority of (1) and (2) so that, in effect, we can choose to define the radial measure in terms of (2) rather than assume that it is known by some independent means. If this is done, then, we have immediately, made it impossible to conceive of radial measure in the absence of material. With this as a starting point, we are able to construct a completely Machian cosmology in a way outlined in the following sections. 

A discussion about risk reducing measures is presented in Section 1.3.1.7. When reducing risks linked to a runaway reaction, the same principles apply. Thus, the first priority should be implementing measures that avoid runaways. As as second priority, preventive measures should then be applied, in case a runaway has been triggered. As a last resort, emergency measures should mitigate the consequences of a runaway that cannot be avoided. Of course, the priority is to avoid the problem rather than to solve it [1]. 

One of the main priorities of local autorities with respect to rural villages and settlements is to implement measures in order to avoid depopulation. An important tool for local authorities towards this goal is a reliable electricity grid. 

Any chemical substance and use that is identified as being of regulatory concern during evaluation will be subject to either an authorisation or restriction process depending on the relative priority of the need to implement measures to control a given risk the rationale is that higher-level risks will be subject to an authorisation process. The exact criteria for potential candidates for authorisation have still not yet been fully defined, but these substances of very... 

As a top-priority urgent measure supporting initiation of preparative works on VVER SNF management, one needs creating appropriate conditions for safe carrying out and control over radiation-hazardous works and normal hygiene and sanitary conditions for persoimel (fimctioning of decontamination room, radiation safety service... 

The RHP should be used as one of a number of measures to decide waste management and decommissioning priorities. 

APhA has several affiliate organizations, and through the work of its Foundation and credentialing organizations, the Association has made a major commitment to research, quality measurement, and accountability. The APhA Foundation has sponsored and directed several significant research and demonstration projects to contribute to the body of evidence that pharmacists services enhance patient health-seeking behavior and improve outcomes. Research on quality measurement and the development of tools to reduce medication use problems and errors is a priority of the Foundation. 

Exposure Levels in Environmental Media. Because nitrobenzene is a priority pollutant, extensive data are available on its occurrence in surface waters, sediments, and aquatic animals. It would be useful to have data on its presence in soils and groundwater and correlations of measured air concentrations to soil levels and of plant levels to soil concentrations. 

The company participants identified global warming as the highest priority for measuring environmental performance. Fifty companies reported that they measured carbon dioxide emissions, but only 32 had set targets for reduction of this. 

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