ABSTRACT

We know certain chemicals cause problems in the workplace. The issues now are: Where do they occur in the workplace? How can we best evaluate them? What are the procedures for dealing with them safely? Many books simply define the problem and tell you that you need a program. Air Sampling and Industrial Hygiene gives you a guide to air sampling protocols from start to finish.
The book presents sampling technology updated with today's tools - such as microcircuitry and remote sensing. The authors emphasize an interdisciplinary approach to understanding how air monitoring can adequately report current environmental conditions associated with outdoor media, indoor remediation efforts, proximal equipment, interior line monitoring, and the interrelationship of ventilation parameters.
In addition to providing the how-tos of sampling, this guide covers the basics of chemical risk assessment, biological assessment, engineering evaluation of mechanical system design criteria, and chemical or process engineering hazard assessments. It presents the information using text, text outlines, graphics, and pictures - including cross sections of instrumentation and side bars to elaborate on complex concepts.
Faulty readings caused by poor sampling techniques can be very costly. This book provides the how-tos for making design engineering and on-site decisions as to instrumentation selection and scheduled usage. Air Sampling and Industrial Hygiene Engineering will allow you to complete the sampling process systematically and correctly from initial suspicions to the use of obtained results.

chapter Chapter 1|7 pages

Air Sampling Introduction

chapter Chapter 2|69 pages

Air Sampling Instrumentation Options

chapter Chapter 3|12 pages

Calibration Techniques

chapter Chapter 4|17 pages

Statistical Analysis and Relevance

chapter Chapter 5|10 pages

Chemical Risk Assessment

chapter Chapter 6|15 pages

Biological Risk Assessment

chapter Chapter 7|19 pages

Indoor Air Quality and Environments

chapter Chapter 8|35 pages

Area Monitoring and Contingency Planning

chapter Chapter 9|12 pages

Microcircuitry and Remote Monitoring

chapter Chapter 10|18 pages

Occupational Health—Air-Monitoring Strategies

chapter Chapter 11|12 pages

Monitoring for Toxicological Risk

chapter Chapter 12|22 pages

Risk Communication and Environmental Monitoring