Publisher's Synopsis
This US resource guide provides concerned citizens with a on approximately 1500 chemical hazardous materials, found in the home, workplace and community, including what they are; there effects on human health, the laws controlling their use, proper handling, and resources for more in-depth study, political action and networking.;The guide presents both an overview of toxic substances (definitions, health effects, and instructions on how to use right-to-know provisions of legislation) and detailed information on specific hazardous materials.;A separate section covers key resources, including hotlines, poison control centres, government agencies, non-profit organizations, databases and bulletin boards, reference books, sample forms and letters of inquiry, and warning signs for hazardous materials.
