Monitoring for Health Hazards at Work
Monitoring for Health Hazards at Work by John Cherrie, published by John Wiley & Sons on March 22, 2021, is a comprehensive resource spanning 464 pages. This fifth edition serves as a foundational textbook for students studying occupational hygiene and exposure science, focusing on the measurement and control of workplace exposure to various physical, chemical, and biological hazards. The book provides step-by-step guidance on identifying hazards and quantifying risks, featuring practical examples and checklists to enhance understanding.
Readers will find updated material that reflects global standards and recent advancements in monitoring equipment and exposure assessment. The text covers a range of topics, including human biomonitoring, exposure modeling, and the evaluation of control measures such as personal protective equipment. Additionally, it addresses common workplace comfort issues like noise and lighting, offering practical advice on conducting risk assessments and presenting findings. This edition remains an essential resource for students and professionals in fields related to industrial health and safety, occupational therapy, and allied health services.
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MONITORING FOR HEALTH HAZARDS AT WORK
Monitoring for Health Hazards at Work remains the seminal textbook on measuring and controlling the risk of workplace exposure to physical, chemical, and biological hazards. Designed for students studying occupational hygiene and exposure science, this comprehensive and accessible volume provides step-by-step guidance on identifying hazards and quantifying their risks in various workplace environments. Complete with checklists and practical examples, the authors present clear explanations of all types of hazards that can arise in the workplace, including dust, particles, fibrous aerosols, gases, vapours, and bioaerosols.
The fifth edition features revised material throughout, and remains an essential resource for students and professionals in occupational hygiene, reflecting global standards and recent developments in monitoring equipment, modelling methods, exposure assessment, and legislation on workplace safety.
Monitoring for Health Hazards at Work, is required reading for students and professionals in occupational hygiene, environmental health and safety, occupational health and safety, and exposure science.
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