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About the author
Frances Alston, PhD, has built a solid career foundation over 25 years
while leading the development of, managing, and implementing environ-
ment, safety, health, and quality (ESH&Q) programs in diverse cultural
environments. This includes working with diverse teams in developing
ESH&Q programs and fostering a safety posture required for working in
high hazard environments with specialty chemicals and radioactive mate-
rials. She designed and championed implementation of an occupational
hygiene program based on the European Health and Safety Standards
used in the United Kingdom. Throughout her career, she has delivered
superior ...