Join Adam Elwan in the latest episode of the Safer Chemicals Podcast as he welcomes the new Chair of the Risk Assessment Committee, Roberto Scazzola, and Maria Ottati, Chair of the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee.  They talk about the ongoing evaluation of the universal PFAS restriction proposal, France's proposal to restrict creosote-treated wood, the impact of new CLP hazard classes, and more.  Get the latest updates on chemical risk assessment and regulation in Europe. What the committees do The two committees prepare scientific opinions that are used by the European Commission and EU Member States when deciding how chemical risks need to be controlled. They are made up of scientists from EU Member States and have observers from EU organisations that represent different sectors and interests. Useful links Episode transcript   More episodes on the committees for risk assessment and socio-economic analysis  Give us feedback Listen on YouTube  More ECHA's Risk Assessment Committee: banning secondary uses of creosote-treated wood necessary - ECHA news, 20 September 2023  Agenda of RAC’s meeting   [PDF] [EN] Agenda of SEAC’s meeting   [PDF] [EN] REACH restriction process  Applications for authorisation  Harmonised classification and labelling  Risk Assessment Committee  Socio-Economic Analysis Committee ************** Subscribe to our YouTube channel Subscribe to our Safer Chemicals Podcast Subscribe to our news Follow us on: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Visit our website  Disclaimer: Views expressed by interviewees do not necessarily represent the official position of the European Chemicals Agency. All content is up to date at the time of publication.  Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.