Toxicology of Paints and Coatings explores the health risks associated with exposure to paint and coating chemicals in industrial settings. It covers toxic substances like volatile organic compounds (VOCs), pigments, and curing agents, detailing their effects on respiratory and dermal health. The book emphasizes risk management strategies, including ventilation, personal protective equipment, and safe handling practices to reduce exposures. Ideal for industrial hygienists and occupational safety professionals, it promotes effective management of paint-related toxicities.
Mia Rosa specializes in the toxicology of paints and coatings, focusing on assessing and managing the risks associated with chemical exposure in the painting industry. Her research explores the health effects of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), pigments, and other hazardous substances found in paints and coatings. Mia has developed risk management frameworks to evaluate exposure levels and implement safety measures for workers handling these materials. She has published extensively on strategies to reduce toxic exposures and enhance workplace safety in the paints and coatings sector. As an editor, Mia provides guidelines for industrial hygienists and occupational health professionals to manage the toxicological risks of paints and coatings, promoting safer manufacturing and application practices through informed risk management.