Industrial Hygiene Improving Worker Health Through An Operational Risk Approach (Hb 2018) Hardcover

Over the past four decades, the field of Industrial Hygiene has expanded significantly and is expected to continue growing as workplaces advance in the handling, management, and use of hazardous materials. This growth is also linked to the increasing public awareness and changing attitudes toward health risks associated with activities both at work and at home. Workplaces are now being regulated not only to protect the health of employees but also to reduce environmental harm. Society has become more knowledgeable about the potential health and environmental risks posed by hazardous materials, activities, and environments, leading to a decline in the acceptance of such risks by workers and the general public. As a result, the standard for Industrial Hygiene has evolved beyond mere compliance to focus on improving practices and creating workplaces that are free from work-related injuries and illnesses.