Combines in one volume an exploration of the concepts and techniques of safety and health management, a modern perspective on compliance with mandatory standards for workplace safety and health, and a variety of solved problems, case studies, and exercises. It provides reasons, explanations, and illustrations of the hazard mechanisms that form the underlying basis for the volumes of detailed standards for workplace safety and health.

This edition focuses on more of the real issues future safety and health practitioners will encounter, such as dealing with enforcement, protecting workers from ergonomic hazards, and accommodating the latest advances in process technology.

Content includes: Ergonomics, Health and toxic substances, Environmental control and noise, Flammable and explosive materials, Personal protection and first aid, Fire protection, Materials handling and storage, Machine guarding, Welding, Electrical hazards, ans Construction industry hazards.