Action level

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000166",
  "term": "Action level",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A specific concentration of a contaminant or pollutant that, if exceeded, triggers a regulatory response or requires certain actions to be taken. This level is often set by governmental agencies to protect public health or the environment. For lead in drinking water, the action level is 15 parts per billion.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1159 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/action-level/"
}