Employees, employers and the government have all become very awareof the effects on health of the work environment. As a result, thissubject area is rapidly developing with recent changes inlegislation, sampling and measurement methods, as well as a newemphasis on the psychological impact of work, and the importance ofan appropriate work-life balance.
The purpose of this book is to provide a clear and conciseaccount of the principles of occupational hygiene and, as such, itis suitable for students studying for degree courses in thissubject and for the MFOM. It is also suitable for occupationalphysicians and nurses, to safety representatives and to tradeunionists.
This edition sees the introduction of nine new chapters coveringrecently emerged topics such as work/life balance, workorganisation and pyschological issues.
Kerry Gardiner
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Quotes on the previous editions:
'A very welcome, strongly recommended and well presentedbook.'--Hazardous Substances
'this book provides an excellent introduction to the field ofindustrila hygiene.'--AIHA journal
'This book provides an excellent overview of occupationalhygiene and it will remain on the essential reading list of allAFOM and Diploma students.'--Occupational Medicine
'It should fairly quickly become the textbook for students ofoccupational hygiene ... and it would be valuable reading forphysicians new to occupational health.'--Occupational &Environmental Medicine
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