On the constructive role of multi-criteria analysis in complex decision-making: An application in radiological emergency management

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    Abstract

    In this paper we illustrate the findings from a case study concerning the management of radioactively contaminated milk We show that application of multi-criteria analysis as an iterative process can benefit not only the decision-making process in the crisis management phase, but also the activities associated with planning and preparedness. New areas of investigation (e.g. zoning of affected areas or public acceptance of countermeasures) are tackled in order to gain more insight in the factors contributing to a successful implementation of protective actions and the stakeholders’ values coming into play. We follow the structured approach of multi-criteria analysis and we point out some practical implications for the decision-making process.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationSafety, Reliability and Risk Analysis: Theory, Methods and Applications
    Place of PublicationBoca Raton, Florida, United States
    StatePublished - Sep 2008
    EventESREL 2008 and 17th SRA Europe conference - Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Valencia
    Duration: 22 Sep 200825 Sep 2008

    Conference

    ConferenceESREL 2008 and 17th SRA Europe conference
    Country/TerritorySpain
    CityValencia
    Period2008-09-222008-09-25

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