First of all the processes have to use the best scientific information available (including &quot; traditional &quot; and &quot; experiential &quot; knowledge) when applying the criteria, but, consistent with the Precautionary Approach, not let the incompleteness of scientific information be a reason to delay action.
First of all the processes have to use the best scientific information available (including &quot; traditional &quot; and &quot; experiential &quot; knowledge) when applying the criteria, but, consistent with the Precautionary Approach, not let the incompleteness of scientific information be a reason to delay action.