Assessment of physical agents (heat

Achieving a working environment that promotes the preservation of workers health and integrity requires constant action to anticipate, recognize, assess and control the occupational risks that exist or may exist in the workplace. It is therefore essential to comply with the legal and regulatory provisions on occupational safety and medicine in order to guarantee a suitable environment for the various economic activities. This book presents general aspects of occupational health and safety and includes various examples of applications of the physical agents selected, as well as helping to prepare workplace inspection reports based on an understanding of the quantification of risks and the recommended control measures. Textbook for Occupational Hygiene and Safety Management courses in Engineering and Occupational Hygiene courses in Occupational Safety Engineering lato sensu courses.