Patty's industrial hygiene and toxicology, 5th ed (13 volume set)

A defining work in the field of toxicology for over fifty years, this title has long been recognized as the standard reference for occupational health and toxicology professionals. This new edition has been completely revised and updated providing cutting-edge information. All topics have been logically clustered in the combination of two discrete works - Patty's Industrial Hygiene, 5th Edition, 4-volume Set and Patty's Toxicology, 5th Edition, 9-volume Set.

Introduction to the field of toxicology. Metal compounds. Organic halogenated hydrocarbons and organic nitrogen compounds. Organic halogenated hydrocarbons and aliphatic carboxylic acid compounds. Ketones, alcohols, and ester compounds. Epoxy, glycol ethers, and synthetic polymer compounds. Specialized topics in toxicology assessment. Recognition and evaluation of chemical agents. Recognition and evaluation of physical agents, biohazards, engineering control, and personal protection. Legal, regulatory, and management issue. Specialized topics and allied professions.