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Laboratory Safety for Chemistry Students is uniquely designed to accompany students throughout their four-year undergraduate education and beyond, progressively teaching them the skills and knowledge they need to learn their science and stay safe while working in any lab. This new principles-based approach treats lab safety as a distinct, essential discipline of chemistry, enabling you to instill and sustain a culture of safety among students. As students progress through the text, they’ll learn about laboratory and chemical hazards, about routes of exposure, about ways to manage these hazards, and about handling common laboratory emergencies. Most importantly, they’ll learn that it is very possible to safely use hazardous chemicals in the laboratory by applying safety principles that prevent and minimize exposures.

Continuously Reinforces and Builds Safety Knowledge and Safety Culture

Each of the book’s eight chapters is organized into three tiers of sections, with a variety of topics suited to beginning, intermediate, and advanced course levels. This enables your students to gather relevant safety information as they advance in their lab work. In some cases, individual topics are presented more than once, progressively building knowledge with new information that’s appropriate at different levels.

A Better, Easier Way to Teach and Learn Lab Safety

We all know that safety is of the utmost importance; however, instructors continue to struggle with finding ways to incorporate safety into their curricula. Laboratory Safety for Chemistry Students is the ideal solution:

• Each section can be treated as a pre-lab assignment, enabling you to easily incorporate lab safety into all your lab courses without building in additional teaching time.
• Sections begin with a preview, a quote, and a brief description of a laboratory incident that illustrates the importance of the topic.
• References at the end of each section guide your students to the latest print and web resources.
• Students will also find “Chemical Connections” that illustrate how chemical principles apply to laboratory safety and “Special Topics” that amplify certain sections by exploring additional, relevant safety issues.

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Laboratory Safety
I recomend this book to undergraduated students of chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy and others. The contents covers many distinct aspects of the safety in chemical laboratories, in a precise manner, without being too technical.

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Safety at Work is widely accepted as the authoritative guide to safety and health in the workplace and covers all aspects of safety management.

The sixth edition has been revised to cover recent changes to UK practice and standards in health, safety, employment and environmental legislation. It also incorporates EU directives and references to harmonised and international standards.

Reflecting the importance of the roles of directors and managers in health and safety, new chapters cover the management of risk, emphasising the need for a sound organisational structure to achieve effective risk management. Developments in the behavioural approach to risk management and current thinking on the development of an international standard on safety management are also covered.

Quality of the environment is rapidly becoming part of the safety manager's responsibilities both in the workplace and in the context of global pollution. A completely new part consisting of five chapters has been added dealing solely with environmental issues (including ISO 14001).

The increasingly important role of ergonomics in health and safety is reflected in a new chapter on Applied Ergonomics, dealing with the subject pragmatically, that will allow the manager and practitioner to design process and operations that are within the limits of the human body. The effects of stress, an emerging concern in health and safety, are covered in various chapters.

* The leading book on the subject of occupational safety that covers all aspects of safety management.
* Revised to include changes in health, safety, employment and environmental legislation and issues.
* Covers information required for NEBOSH and IOSH qualifications ... Read more

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Safety at Work 7th Ed
Arrived in specified time in good condition, for health & safety
fantastic book if you are doing any form of Nebosh course Gen cert or
diploma spot on for research & ref material could almost say it`s
the health & safety bible ... Read more

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A variety of approaches are given so the reader can select the methodology best suited. It discusses the fundamental skills, techniques, and tools of auditing, and the characteristics of a good process safety management system. And, since information needed for review in the audit may be scattered or undocumented, it offers suggestions on what to look for and where. Whether your company is large or small, whether you are experienced with auditing or just developing a system, consistent use of the techniques presented can significantly improve your audit and your process safety management. ... Read more

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Interest in the chemistry, biochemistry, and safety of acrylamide is running high. These proceedings contain presentations by experts from eight countries on the chemistry, analysis, metabolism, pharmacology, and toxicology of the compound.

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Incidents That Define Process Safety describes approximately fifty incidents that have had a significant impact on the chemical and refining industries' approaches to modern process safety. Events are described in detail so readers get a fundamental understanding of the root causes, the consequences, the lessons learned, and actions that can prevent a recurrence. There are exhaustive investigative reports about these events, allowing you to apply the resulting safety principles to their current operations. ... Read more

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Tales of Incidents Grim
Tales of Incidents Grim - BB (Boring)
Incidents That Define Process Safety
By John Atherton and Frederic Gil
Reviewed by Nick Sands

Many younger employees do not remember the process plant disasters of the 1980's. John Atherton and Frederic Gil have summarized many of those events and more in Incidents the Define Process Safety, published by the Center for Chemical Process Safety. Atherton has 40 years of experience, including 25 years working for BP in process safety management. He is a chartered engineer, a member of IChemE and was awarded the Ned Franklin medal by IChemE for his contributions to process safety. Gil has worked as a fire, process safety and loss prevention engineer for 18 years.

The incidents are grouped in chapters by common cause, though multiple factors contributed to all of the incidents. The first cause is blind operation where the hazards are not seen, including two plane crashes and the incident at Three Mile Island. Design has contributed to incidents as well, like the biggest process incident in history at Union Carbide in Bhopal. The Hindenburg fire is also covered with this group. External causes contributed to the fire storm at Pemex in Mexico City and fire at Tupas in Izmit, Turkey.

A lack of inspection and maintenance was a factor in the fire at Texaco in Milford Haven and the HF release at Marathon Oil in Texas City. Failure to provide adequate process knowledge is cited as a cause in the BLEVE (boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion) at Elf in Feyzin and the explosion at AZF in Toulouse. Other incidents were partially caused because process hazards were not understood, including the explosions at Esso in Longford and at BP in Grangemouth.

Improper management of change is associated with two of the most famous incidents, the Chernobyl disaster and the explosion at Nypro in Flixborough. Missing the opportunities to learn from previous near misses was a factor in the destruction of the Space Shuttle Columbia. Poor operating procedure was one of the causes for the most recent incident cited, the explosion at BP in Texas City.

Several disasters occurred in part due to poor practice around work permits, including the incident at Motiva in Delaware, the explosion at Phillips in Pasadena, and Piper Alpha platform fire that killed 167. Poor emergency response contributed to the consequences of the incident at ICMESA in Seveso which helped inspire the EU Seveso directive. Emergency response was also a factor in the boil over at Tacoa in Venezuela. The final group of incidents is related to human factors, including the Exxon Valdez oil spill in Alaska.

Sharing the lessons of history is always of benefit. Atherton and Gil broaden the usual list with many non-process incidents. While this may be interesting in a historical sense, it leaves little room to fully discuss the process incidents that really did define process safety. The diluted discussion makes Incident that Define Process Safety a more boring book (BB) than it had to be.

Sometimes less is more
As a Process Reliability Engineer working in a major refinery I looked forward to reading this book. I ordered it hoping that it would be an extension of British Petroleum's fact-based and well-articulated sixteen volume process safety series available through Amazon and IChemE (ISBN 0852955219). The sections that explain the sequence of events behind refinery safety incidents are excellent. They contain meaningful lessons learned about equipment operation, maintenance, and human factors that readily apply in the processing and manufacturing industry.BP displays an incredible amount of humility by allowing the public to look deep inside some of their own process safety failures.It is our responsibility to constructively use this information to avoid repeat failures in our own facilities.

But what spoiled it for me is the insertion of "lessons learned" from some highly sensationalized, historic disasters. For example, the Hindenburg summary on pages 52 - 56 ties the safety message to theoretical arguments based on limited research and internet blogs instead of the sound forensic engineering practice that was used to determine a probable cause for the manufacturing industry case histories.This sometimes distracts from an important safety message that would have otherwise stood firm on its own merit.

great breadth and depth
This book goes a lot further than previous books, in that it looks at incidents outside the process industry, and explores the failings of all elements of process safety. Obviously BP is stepping up the effort to become a recognized leader in process safety (those words were written for them by someone else, weren't they?)Anyway, it's a fascinating and informative read that should arm process safety professionals for scenarios from the boardroom to the confined space. ... Read more

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Provides information on planning for emergencies, choosing the correct equipment, developing operational plans, and meeting regulatory requirements.Includes new OSHA laboratory safety standards, and the latest CDC guidelines for research with microbial hazards. DLC: Chemical laboratories--Safety measures-Handbooks, manuals, etc. ... Read more

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and I might add...
... I am a librarian at an architectural firm that designs labs and a partner asked that I order this book. My only disappointment is that no new edition is planned and like all things technical, there are new discliplines not mentioned in the book because... they hadn't been invented (so to speak) yet.

The Safety Standard.Period.
Thirty years ago I met the predecessor to this volume.Sounds like a long time?I have made it those 30 years because of what I learned from this book.

If you are a chemistry student (I was a freshman when I encountered this book) then you need to read this book before you start working with your reagents.

If you are employed in a field where you work in a laboratory or come into contact with laboratory materials (albeit - it is aimed at chemical labs and not specifically at bioscience labs) then you need to read about the materials you could be exposed to, BEFORE you are exposed.

If you are a medical professional - then you already have one.

If you are a legal professional and you deal with toxic torts: you need one.

Concise, clear and accessible by any high school grad.If you work with chemicals - you need this book. ... Read more

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Provides the latest information from academia, industry, and government. Offers a comprehensive examination of the principles and issues involved in the safety and evaluation of foods and ingredients, as well as of new processes for the manufacture and distribution of food products. Covers past and present perspectives, risk assessment, laboratory testing of ingredients, evaluation guidelines, computer modeling of risk assessment, assessing microbial safety in food, impact of diet, and evaluation of specific foods. Discusses both animal and clinical testing guidelines and safety issues, along with potential ethical, legal, and regulatory consequences. Offers specific applications related to safety evaluation. ... Read more

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A member of the BP Process Safety Series developed as a complement to safety training, this text makes the perfect reference tool and training aid. The book increases the awareness of operators within the chemical and process industries, to the hazards present at start-up and shutdown of process units. It begins by describing the shutdown procedure, before moving on to the start-up, in both cases, explaining the need for procedures, pointing out the possible hazards and what steps can be taken to avoid them occurring. Using case studies of actual accidents to highlight the potential threats and explain the possible causes before giving potential safeguards, it raises the knowledge and awareness of operators to the dangers involved with the start-up and shutdown of process units, enabling them to spot hazards before accidents occur. The book concludes with a self-test section allowing readers to test their understanding of the information presented. An excellent introduction to the topic for students.

Produced by BP and endorsed by IChemE's Loss Prevention Panel, these books were developed to complement safety training. They are ideal reference tools within the workplace, increasing awareness of hazards and helping operators to understand safe operating practices and procedures.

Titles In This Series Include:

Hazards of oil refining distillation units, 2008 edition - ISBN 9780852955222
Confined Space Entry (2005 Edition) - ISBN 9780852954799
Hazardous Substances in Refineries (2005 Edition) - ISBN 9780852954829
Hazards of Electricity and Static Electricity (2006 Edition) - ISBN 9780852955031
Hazards of Nitrogen and Catalyst Handling (2006 Edition) - ISBN 9780852955079
Hazards of Trapped Pressure and Vacuum (2005 Edition) - ISBN 9780852954751
Hazards of Steam (2004 Edition) - ISBN 9780852954683
Hazards of Water (2004 Edition) - ISBN 9780852954669
Hotel Fire Safety (2005 Edition) - ISBN 9780852954805
Liquid Hydrocarbon Tank Fires (2008 Edition)- ISBN 9780852955284
Safe Furnace and Boiler Firing (2005 Edition) - ISBN 9780852954720
Safe Ups and Downs for Process Units (2006 Edition) - ISBN 9780852955024
Control of Work (2007 Edition) - ISBN 9780852955147
LNG Fire Protection and Emergency Response (2007 Edition) 9780852955154
Hazards of Oil Refining Distillation Units (2008 Edition) - ISBN 9780852955222

IChemE, the Institution of Chemical Engineers, is the center for chemical, biochemical and process engineering professionals worldwide.

We are the heart of the process community, promoting competence and a commitment to sustainable development, advancing the discipline for the benefit of society and supporting the professional development of members.

Some of the areas we publish in include:

-Safety in the process industries - the BP Process Safety series

-Consultancy for chemical engineers

-Project management in the process industries

-Contract management in the process industries - International Forms Of Contract series

-Communication skills for engineers ... Read more

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The second edition of Hazardous Materials Chemistry explores basic principles of chemistry and toxicology so that first responders can efficiently identify a chemical hazard, anticipate potential outcomes, and make safe and informed decisions.Step-by-step coverage of the names of chemical families and their general categorical hazards and incompatibilities enable readers to not only grasp the science behind the chemicals and reactions but also apply principles to actual incidents.An all-new chapter on infrared spectroscopy brings the book up to date with the latest detection technology used in fire departments today. ... Read more

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Very good....for a textbook!!!
I needed this book for a Hazardous Materials Technician Course that I am taking.Having read several firefighting textbooks over the years, I expected this one to be boring and uninteresting.I was pleasantly suprised that it was fairly easy reading and it kept my attention pretty well.I did not dread reading it...which I think is pretty good for a book like this.
I would recommend this book for anyone in the emergency services or anyone else that might need to deal with hazardous materials. ... Read more

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Managing safety in the workplace requires a wide range of safety and health subjects to be mastered. Traditionally, this has been achieved by reference to an encompassing text such as Safety at Work - widely acknowledged as the authoritative guide to safety and health in the workplace. Written by a team of specialist contributors under the joint editorship of John Ridley and John Channing, it has been prepared in association with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health and covers their academic requirements for membership.


In order to make elements of this authoritative work available to those who require information on only one of the major aspects of occupational safety and health, the following modular texts, drawn from the fifth edition of Safety at Work, are now available:
Safety Law
Risk Management
Occupational Hygiene
Workplace Safety
These separate texts include all the latest changes in health, safety, employment and environmental legislation and are essential reading for all who need to have knowledge of the subject. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of the manager and recognises the shift in employment numbers from manufacturing to service industries. Important coverage is given to the influences on health and safety, practical safety management and behavioural techniques and to the management of chemicals, ergonomics and the environment.
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This vastly expanded 2nd edition contains all the new developments since 1985. It describes significant new phenolic resin chemistry, new applications with up-to-date developments, and includes detailed standardized test methods important for ISO 9001 ff certification.

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Easy to read but often too superficial
The good is a good refresher from a chemistry point of view and its an easy read for the most part however, especially the wood application section of the book does not go far enough into depth

Excellent International Service
This book was in excellent condition, and was received very quickly for an international service.Well done. ... Read more

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Chemical and biochemical Laboratories are full of potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment. 'Safety in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Laboratory' provides the necessary information needed for working with these chemicals and apparatus to avoid: fires, explosions, toxic fumes, skin burns, poisoning and other hazards. Both authors, André Picot and Philippe Grenouillet, are recognized authorities in the field of lab safety, and their book arrange the information not available in similar publications. It is addressed to members of Chemical Health& Safety as well as working chemists in labs everywhere. Also Lab managers will find the book a useful addition to their bookshelf. ... Read more

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Food Safety offers an intriguing, anecdotal assessment of food- and waterborne illnesses "from farm to fork." It examines how modern technology and traditional views about food safety and food handling can affect consumer safety and it concludes that the responsibility for a safe food supply lies with a variety of people, including regulators, food producers, food handlers, and consumers. Readers will become familiar with the history and causes behind many well-known outbreaks from cholera to E. coli O157:H7 to mad cow disease.

This informative book is accessible and engaging, with minimal jargon. Extensive references are included at the conclusion of each chapter, and three appendixes detail the pathogens that cause most foodborne illness, key terms, and common abbreviations and acronyms used by the major world regulatory agencies.

Key Features
* Offers an international scope of coverage, including information on food outbreaks in various countries
* Traces the safety lapses and responsibilities behind modern and historic outbreaks of food- and waterborne disease
* Emphasizes that food safety is everyone's responsibility from governments down to the food handler in the restaurant or home
* Presents summary information on the pathogens that are the major causes of most food-borne illnesses
* Engages readers with its accessible writing style ... Read more

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Agood book
El título del libro no se condice con lo que uno encuentra. Da la impresión equivocada que es un libro para principiantes, pero no lo es. Es un muy buen libro para aquellas personas que trabajan en el área de la seguridad e higiene alimentaria. Me parece didáctico y actualizado en sus conceptos. ... Read more

Product Description
Managing safety in the workplace requires a wide range of safety and health subjects to be mastered. Traditionally, this has been achieved by reference to an encompassing text such as Safety at Work - widely acknowledged as the authoritative guide to safety and health in the workplace. Written by a team of specialist contributors under the joint editorship of John Ridley and John Channing, it has been prepared in association with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health and covers their academic requirements for membership.



In order to make elements of this authoritative work available to those who require information on only one of the major aspects of occupational safety and health, the following modular texts, drawn from the fifth edition of Safety at Work, are now available:
Safety Law
Risk Management
Occupational Hygiene
Workplace Safety
These separate texts include all the latest changes in health, safety, employment and environmental legislation and are essential reading for all who need to have knowledge of the subject. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of the manager and recognises the shift in employment numbers from manufacturing to service industries. Important coverage is given to the influences on health and safety, practical safety management and behavioural techniques and to the management of chemicals, ergonomics and the environment.
... Read more

Product Description
Managing safety in the workplace requires a wide range of safety and health subjects to be mastered. Traditionally, this has been achieved by reference to an encompassing text such as Safety at Work - widely acknowledged as the authoritative guide to safety and health in the workplace. Written by a team of specialist contributors under the joint editorship of John Ridley and John Channing, it has been prepared in association with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health and covers their academic requirements for membership.



In order to make elements of this authoritative work available to those who require information on only one of the major aspects of occupational safety and health, the following modular texts, drawn from the fifth edition of Safety at Work, are now available:
Safety Law
Risk Management
Occupational Hygiene
Workplace Safety
These separate texts include all the latest changes in health, safety, employment and environmental legislation and are essential reading for all who need to have knowledge of the subject. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of the manager and recognises the shift in employment numbers from manufacturing to service industries. Important coverage is given to the influences on health and safety, practical safety management and behavioural techniques and to the management of chemicals, ergonomics and the environment.
... Read more

Product Description
Managing safety in the workplace requires a wide range of safety and health subjects to be mastered. Traditionally, this has been achieved by reference to an encompassing text such as Safety at Work - widely acknowledged as the authoritative guide to safety and health in the workplace. Written by a team of specialist contributors under the joint editorship of John Ridley and John Channing, it has been prepared in association with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health and covers their academic requirements for membership.

In order to make elements of this authoritative work available to those who require information on only one of the major aspects of occupational safety and health, the following modular texts, drawn from the fifth edition of Safety at Work, are now available:
Safety Law
Risk Management
Occupational Hygiene
Workplace Safety
These separate texts include all the latest changes in health, safety, employment and environmental legislation and are essential reading for all who need to have knowledge of the subject. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of the manager and recognises the shift in employment numbers from manufacturing to service industries. Important coverage is given to the influences on health and safety, practical safety management and behavioural techniques and to the management of chemicals, ergonomics and the environment. ... Read more