Principles of occupational health and hygiene : an introduction

Published in association with the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists, this guide offers a systematic overview of the fundamentals of occupational health and safety work in a range of industries. From identifying workplace hazards—such as chemical agents (dusts, metals, and gases), physical agents (noise and radiation), and microbiological agents—to evaluating risks and managing hazards effectively, all aspects of industrial hygiene are discussed, making this an ideal introductory or reference text. "Principles of Occupational Health and Hygiene offers a systematic and comprehensive overview of occupational health hazards and hazardous environments encountered in a range of industries and organisational settings. Leading industry professionals and educators explain how to identify key workplace hazards including chemical agents such as dusts, metals and gases; physical agents such as noise, radiation and extremes of heat and cold; and microbiological agents. They outline assessment procedures and processes for identifying exposure levels. They also explain how to evaluate risk and follow safety guidelines to control and manage these hazards effectively. Chapters are heavily illustrated with detailed case studies, diagrams, flowcharts and photos. Practical guidelines are provided for managing each hazard type. Principles of Occupational Health and Hygiene is an ideal resource for students of Occupational Health and Safety, and a professional reference for Occupational Hygienists, Safety Officers, and anyone working in an Occupational Health and Safety role."--Publisher's website The hazardous work environment : the hygiene challenge / David Grantham Occupational health, basic toxicology and epidemiology / John Edwards and Geza Benke The concept of the exposure standard / Ian Grayson Control of workplace health hazards / Garry Gately and David Bromwich Aerosols / Geoff Pickford and Brian Davies Metals in the workplace / Ian Firth Gases and vapours / Noel Tresider Biological and biological-effect monitoring / John Edwards Indoor air quality / Stephen Brown Noise and vibration / Beno Groothoff Ionising and non-ionising radiation / Georgia Sinclair and Michelle Wakelam Other physical agents / Ross Di Corleto and Martin Jennings Biological hazards / Denise Elson Sources of information / Dino Pisaniello.