Air Monitoring for Toxic Exposures
John Wiley & Sons Inc (Verlag)
978-0-471-28860-2 (ISBN)
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The volume features discussions of many important topics of current interest not covered in other sources:the new technology and future trends in instrumentationbioaerosol sampling methodsdermal exposure methodsthe toxic effects of chemicals and their impact on sampling strategiesnew trends in particle size-selective samplingthe use of real time and direct reading instruments and data loggersapplications of both EPA and OSHA techniquesspecific sampling strategies for surveys such as indoor air, asbestos, confined space, and industrial exposuresThe integrated approach of the book is reflected in the variety of methods and contaminants examined. Included are discussions of the differences between environmental and occupational sampling methods, plus appraisals of both new and commonly used equipment and techniques. In addition to air monitoring techniques, readers will find specific sampling procedures for dermal exposure; bulk collection of chemicals, soil, and water; and biological monitoring such as breath and urine.
The volume also addresses all phases of the sampling process - from identifying hazardous materials to sample and selecting the methods and equipment, to developing a sampling strategy and interpreting data. With its wealth of information on sampling methods and equipment, Air Monitoring for Toxic Exposures: An Integrated Approach is essential reading for all professionals working to control occupational and environmental exposures. The volume will be especially helpful to industrial hygienists, hazardous waste professionals, environmental engineers, and safety engineers.
About the Author SHIRLEY A. NESS currently consults and resides in Chicago. Previously she was a senior industrial hygienist at Amoco Corporation, Amoco Oil Company, in Chicago. She was responsible for providing industrial hygiene services to a major oil refinery, reviewed the health and safety performance of hazardous waste remediation contractors, and participated in environmental monitoring programs. Formerly she was Director of Environmental Health and Technical Information Services at Carnow, Conibear & Associates, Ltds. in Chicago. She has also worked as the corporate industrial hygienist for the Boise Cascade Corporation in Boise, Idaho, and in workers' compensation insurance. Ms. Ness received her B.A. in biophysics from the University of California, Berkeley, and received her M.S. in environmental toxicology from the University of San Francisco. She is a Certified Industrial Hygienist under the American Board of Industrial Hygiene.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 15.5.1991 |
|---|---|
| Verlagsort | New York |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 170 x 250 mm |
| Gewicht | 1077 g |
| Themenwelt | Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Ökologie / Naturschutz |
| ISBN-10 | 0-471-28860-8 / 0471288608 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-471-28860-2 / 9780471288602 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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