This work addresses questions and concerns faced by those dealing with the risks posed by the presence of materials containing asbestos in schools and public and institutional buildings. It reviews the history of knowledge of asbestos, its uses and hazards and delineates the types of asbestos and their physio-chemical structures. The book also looks at mechanisms and routes of exposure and chronic ill effects associated with fibre inhalation. These are related to the need for personal respiratory protection and smoking ...
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This work addresses questions and concerns faced by those dealing with the risks posed by the presence of materials containing asbestos in schools and public and institutional buildings. It reviews the history of knowledge of asbestos, its uses and hazards and delineates the types of asbestos and their physio-chemical structures. The book also looks at mechanisms and routes of exposure and chronic ill effects associated with fibre inhalation. These are related to the need for personal respiratory protection and smoking cessation. Included is coverage of current recommendations for medical surveillance and OSHA requirements for worker-protection and of types of respiratory protection and protective clothing.
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Add this copy of Asbestos: the Hazardous Fiber to cart. $41.50, fair condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1990 by CRC Press.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Re-bound by library. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 850grams, ISBN: 0849363543.
Add this copy of Asbestos the Hazardous Fiber to cart. $63.18, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1989 by CRC Press.
