Special Resources » Online Books: Environmental Safety & Health


Online books for Industrial hygiene, ergonomics, environmental safety and health, etc.

The following is the collection of special resources throughout the library. Click on main category / sub-category for that section of the library OR Click on resource title for immediate access to the resource.
Chemical Safety » Chemical Hazards
Chemical safety guidelines, NIOSH Pocket Guide, harmful chemical health hazards

North American Emergency Response Guide [10027] North American Emergency Response Guide : Resource Info
Online transportation incident emergency response guide for dangerous goods in US, Canada, Mexico

Chemical Safety » Hazmat
Hazardous waste and spill containment emergency response - hazmat teams

Hazardous Material Guides [5574] Hazardous Material Guides : Resource Info
Guidance on hazardous materials for first responders

Construction Safety » Jobsite Safety
Workplace safety and health resources for construction hazards

The Construction Chart Book [11788] The Construction Chart Book : Resource Info
The US Construction Industry and Its Workers online book

Disaster Safety » Earthquake Safety
Earthquake preparation advice

Protect Your Property from Earthquakes [2922] Protect Your Property from Earthquakes : Resource Info
Incorporating seismic safety in the design, and construction of structures

Equipment Safety » Mobile Equipment Safety
Construction equipment safety hazards and controls

Excavator Safety [27261] Excavator Safety : Resource Info
Safety advice for those working with caterpillar excavators

Hydraulic Excavators - Lifting with Slings [27263] Hydraulic Excavators - Lifting with Slings : Resource Info
Safety advice for those working with this type of equipment

Soil Compactor Overturn Safety [pdf] [27262] Soil Compactor Overturn Safety : Resource Info
Safety advice for those working with this type of equipment

Ergonomics » Ergo Hazards
Full text of a design guide, an ergonomics manual, lecture notes and more

FAA Human Factors Workbench [640] FAA Human Factors Workbench : Resource Info
Human factors research tools with references

Fire Safety » Electrical Safety
Lock Out/Tag Out Programs and technical reference materials on electrical safety

Technical Manuals for Electricians [7978] Technical Manuals for Electricians : Resource Info
Industry manuals for the electrical professional

Fleet Safety » Hazmat Transport
DOT hazardous materials regulations, guides & reference materials

North American Emergency Response Guidebook [3574] North American Emergency Response Guidebook : Resource Info
Full version of the guidebook

Food Safety » Food Safety
Guidance on food safety from production to consumption

Ensuring Safe Food: From Production to Consumption [6392] Ensuring Safe Food: From Production to Consumption : Resource Info
Online book on the current food safety system in the US

Laboratory Safety » Lab Hazards
Chemical Hygiene Plans, standard operating procedures, lab safety programs, etc.

Prudent Practices in the Laboratory: Handling and Disposal of Chemicals [18473] Prudent Practices in the Laboratory: Handling and Disposal of Chemicals : Resource Info
Provides step-by-step planning procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals

Radiation Safety » EMF Hazards
Electromagnetic field radiation reference materials

Research on Power-Frequency Fields Completed Under the Energy Policy Act of 1992 [11412] Research on Power-Frequency Fields Completed Under the Energy Policy Act of 1992 : Resource Info
No convincing evidence that power-frequency fields contribute to the risk of cancer or other human

Radiation Safety » Medical Radiation
Resources related to nuclear medicine

Radiation in Medicine [13802] Radiation in Medicine : Resource Info
Addresses questions of critical importance to public health and safety

Recreation Safety » Swimming Safety
Pool and spa safety - drowning prevention

Diving Safety Library [11892] Diving Safety Library : Resource Info
Diver safety education series

Respiratory Safety » Occup Resp Disease
Respiratory workplace disease information

Occupational Respiratory Diseases [4386] Occupational Respiratory Diseases : Resource Info
800 pages on air sampling, epidemiology, pulmonary function testing and more

Respiratory Safety » Sampling
Technical guides on industrial hygiene air & noise sampling, monitoring, etc

The Industrial Environment - Its Evaluation and Control [6231] The Industrial Environment - Its Evaluation and Control : Resource Info
1973 NIOSH publication on industrial hygiene - 50 chapters

Safety Forms » Safety Audits
Regulatory compliance self-inspections, program audits, self-evaluations

Assessing Safety and Health Management Programs [23112] Assessing Safety and Health Management Programs : Resource Info
Includes audit forms and an action worksheet

Safety Programs » Safety Management
Strategies for loss control & workplace safety programs, safety incentives, etc.

Managing Worker Safety and Health [23111] Managing Worker Safety and Health : Resource Info
Safety and health program management guidelines

Reducing the Burden of Injury: Advancing Prevention and Treatment [2196] Reducing the Burden of Injury: Advancing Prevention and Treatment : Resource Info
Online book on injury reduction magnitude, cost, research, etc.

Safe Jobs Now [2894] Safe Jobs Now : Resource Info
An AFSCME Guide to Health and Safety in the Workplace - 13 chapters

Safety Programs » Safety Rules
Examples of safe operating procedures (SOPs) and safety rules

SOP's for Developing Acute Exposure Guideline Levels for Hazardous Chemicals [21801] SOP
Methodology for developing acute exposure guideline levels (AEGLs) for toxic substances from inhalation exposures.

Safety Training » Chemical Training
Reference materials related to chemical training, tutorials, HESIS booklets, etc

HESIS Booklets [4186] HESIS Booklets : Resource Info
California's Hazard Evaluation and Information Service's chemical hazards safety training booklets

Safety Training » Safety Training
Guidance on safety training presentations, training requirements, etc.

Introduction to Physical Science [5461] Introduction to Physical Science : Resource Info
An online textbook

Specific Industries » Office Safety
Checklists, office safety programs, training materials, home offices, etc.

Office Safety Briefing [27260] Office Safety Briefing : Resource Info
Safety tips and rules for the office



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