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Occupational pharmacology.

Authors

Valerino DM

Source

J Occup Med 1978 Jun; 20(6):417-419

Link

http://journals.lww.com/joem/Abstract/1978/06000/Occupational_Pharmacology.11.aspx

NIOSHTIC No.

00081154

Abstract

Because of the increased emphasis on occupational safety and health, the need for individuals trained in occupational pharmacology is seen as urgent. Occupational pharmacology is defined as a science that includes knowledge of chemicals found in the working environment, of their interaction with drugs taken by workers, and of the use of drugs to prevent and eradicate occupational disease. An occupational pharmacologist needs training in physiology, biochemistry, statistics, and toxicology, as well as pharmacology. It is maintained that in implementing the OSH Act of 1970, occupational pharmacologists are needed to develop criteria for standard setting processes and to develop documents establishing health and safety standards for industries.

Keywords

JOCMA7; NIOSH-Author; Health-services; Occupational-medicine; Health-science-personnel; Pharmacodynamics

CODEN

JOCMA7

Publication Date

19780601

Document Type

Journal Article

Fiscal Year

1978

Issue of Publication

ISSN

0096-1736

Source Name

Journal of Occupational Medicine

Page last reviewed: May 11, 2023

Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Education and Information Division