Publisher's Synopsis
Representing over 10,000 printed pages of printed information, Patty′s Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology provides the most reliable and complete source reference available on the principles and practice of industrial hygiene. For years, this work has been the first for occupational health and safety workers, medical personnel, and toxicologists, and Patty′s continues to lead the way into the 21st century. This update incorporates the NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods. NIOSH is the acronym for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, a Federal agency established by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. NIOSH is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and is responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work–related illness and injuries. The update also features an electronic version of the print index to allow more search options.
