Occupational Hygiene [Hardcover]

Kerry Gardiner (Editor), J. Malcolm Harrington (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 4, 2005 | ISBN-10: 1405106212 | ISBN-13: 978-1405106214 | Edition: 3

Employees, employers and the government have all become very aware of the effects on health of the work environment. As a result, this subject area is rapidly developing with recent changes in legislation, sampling and measurement methods, as well as a new emphasis on the psychological impact of work, and the importance of an appropriate work-life balance.

The purpose of this book is to provide a clear and concise account of the principles of occupational hygiene and, as such, it is suitable for students studying for degree courses in this subject and for the MFOM. It is also suitable for occupational physicians and nurses, to safety representatives and to trade unionists.

This edition sees the introduction of nine new chapters covering recently emerged topics such as work/life balance, work organisation and pyschological issues.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Quotes on the previous editions:

'A very welcome, strongly recommended and well presented book.'--Hazardous Substances

'this book provides an excellent introduction to the field of industrila hygiene.'--AIHA journal

'This book provides an excellent overview of occupational hygiene and it will remain on the essential reading list of all AFOM and Diploma students.'--Occupational Medicine

'It should fairly quickly become the textbook for students of occupational hygiene ... and it would be valuable reading for physicians new to occupational health.'--Occupational & Environmental Medicine

From the Back Cover

Employees, employers and the government have all become very aware of the effects on health of the work environment. As a result, this subject area is rapidly developing with recent changes in legislation, sampling and measurement methods, as well as a new emphasis on the psychological impact of work, and the importance of an appropriate work-life balance.

The purpose of this book is to provide a clear and concise account of the principles of occupational hygiene and, as such, it is suitable for students studying for degree courses in this subject and for the MFOM. It is also suitable for occupational physicians and nurses, to safety representatives and to trade unionists.

This edition sees the introduction of nine new chapters covering recently emerged topics such as work/life balance, work organisation and pyschological issues.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 520 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 3 edition (July 4, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1405106212
• ISBN-13: 978-1405106214
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.7 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #832,147 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)