Also appropriate for certification preparation, this reference reviews the basic laws of physics and chemistry, equipment calibration standards, and the parameters for characterizing ambient air, ventilation, thermal stress, noise levels, vibration, and radiation in the workplace. The bulk of each chapter consists of numerous problems drawn from the author's industrial hygienist and environmental engineering practice, followed by detailed solutions with step-by-step calculations. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)