Health Effects of Toxic Substances / Edition 2

by M. J., Ph.D. Malachowski Ph.D., CIH, Arleen Goldberg Arleen F.

Overview

This 2nd Edition is a significantly expanded exploration of hazardous chemicals, their effects on human health, and the principles of hazards materials toxicology and industrial hygiene. It includes up-to-date coverage of industrial hygiene, risk assessment, and epidemiology as well as continued coverage of medical monitoring, treatment, and management; industrial toxicology; exposure and entry routes; action of toxic substances; target organ effects; and exposure control methods. With this book, you'll learn how to understand the toxic substances present at your facility, determine how hazardous chemicals enter your site, and assess the long- and short-term effects of common workplace chemicals. You'll also learn how to protect your company and employees from the effects of toxic substances and handle industrial chemicals safely.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780865876491
Publisher:	Government Institutes
Publication date:	06/01/1999
Edition description:	2nd Edition
Pages:	292
Product dimensions:	8.18(w) x 10.92(h) x 0.71(d)

Editorial Reviews

Malachowski (toxicology, City College of San Francisco) explores hazardous chemicals and their effects on human health, and the principles of hazardous materials toxicology and industrial hygiene. The updated edition of the textbook expands coverage of risk assessment and epidemiology. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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