Safe Use of Chemicals: A Practical Guide (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781420080513)

Occupational workers frequently use, store, and dispose of toxic chemicals without knowing the possible consequences, both for the workplace and the environment. Improper use or misuse of chemical substances can result in health disorders, fatalities, or chemical disasters. Exceptionally comprehensive, this guide provides an important service by collecting substantiated information on a huge number of chemicals. It covers their safe handling in a variety of settings, including work, domestic, and scientific settings. The text reviews aspects of toxicology including toxic symptoms, sources, safe handling, possible health hazards, long-term consequences of improper use, and management. The book covers drugs, pollutants, pesticides, industrial solvents, medical compounds, and food additives. It also reviews chemical classifications and regulatory systems.

Author: T. S. S. Dikshith
ISBN-10: 1420080512
ISBN-13: 9781420080513
Publisher: CRC Press
Language: English
Published: 08/21/2008
Pages: 312
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.20w x 1.00d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 12/01/2008 pg. 130