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PATTERNS OF EXPOSURE
THE POWER AND UTILITY OF MATHEMATICAL MODELS
The world of chemical concentration models for exposure assessment can be intimidating, but it doesn’t need to be. Industrial hygienists can overcome hesitation about using models by practicing the calculations of basic models and understanding their appropriate application.
BY CHRIS KEIL
A DEAF SPOT FOR INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE
THE PROBLEM OF IMPULSE NOISE
For many military personnel, impulse noise is an ever-present hazard. Each branch of the U.S. military evaluates the risk of impulse noise differently, complicating efforts to protect hearing.
BY COREY BENDER
A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP
WORKPLACE FATIGUE AND THE 24/7 SOCIETY To begin solving the complex problem of workplace fatigue, occupational health and safety professionals and others must work to overcome several long-held misconceptions.
BY SHEREE GIBSON
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CHRIS KEIL, FEATURE AUTHOR
Chris Keil, PhD, CIH, is a professor in the Department of Geology and Environmental Science at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Ill.
COREY BENDER, FEATURE AUTHORCorey Bender, CIH, CSP, is Northern Virginia regional safety director for Virginia Occupational Safety and Health.
SHEREE GIBSON, FEATURE AUTHOR
Sheree Gibson, PE, CPE, is a consultant at Ergonomics Applications in Salem, S.C.
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