The theme of this book is the emergency characterization of unknown
material through identification of hazards. Risk analysis based on hazard characteristics of an unknown
material is a sound practice, especially during an emergency. You
will not necessarily find specific tests to identify a material by name,
although some technology is able to do so in some cases.
There is a need for straightforward, concise and practical guidance in
many working environments. Anyone
with experience in emergency response knows the importance of working
within a plan and the need for easily remembered guidance.
Your response will be more effective if you develop your plan for
identifying hazards of an unknown material beforehand.
You will find technology and strategies to identify the hazards
presented by an unknown material. The test methods presented within involve manipulation of small
amounts of sample – literally a hands-on approach.
This book is compiled in a manner that is inclusive of as many field
workers as possible regardless of their skill level.
References are included with each chapter and a comprehensive index
ends the publication.
Take a chapter tour
of Emergency Characterization of Unknown
Materials.
ISBN:
9780849379680
ISBN 10: 0849379687
