Chapter 9

Application of Modeling for Industrial Hygiene and Toxicological Issues

Abstract

Industrial hygiene deals with workplace conditions to prevent workers from injury or illness. Chemical hazards, especially toxic hazards, are one of the main health concerns in the workplace. Hazardous chemicals in the workplace should be accordingly identified, evaluated, and controlled to ensure safety and health in the workplace. Chemicals can be hazardous due to their toxic (health), physical, and environmental properties. The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals provides an internationally agreed-on system developed by the United Nations that requires the classification of chemicals according to the hazardous ...

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