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Airliner Cabin Environment and the Health of Passengers and Crew
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Paperback. Examines the aircraft environmental control systems, the sources of chemical and biological contaminants in aircraft cabins, and the toxicity and health effects associated with these contaminants. This book provides some recommendations for potential approaches for improving cabin air quality and a surveillance and research program. Num Pages: 344 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNXC; TRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 22. Weight in Grams: 530.
Although poor air quality is probably not the hazard that is foremost in peoples' minds as they board planes, it has been a concern for years. Passengers have complained about dry eyes, sore throat, dizziness, headaches, and other symptoms. Flight attendants have repeatedly raised questions about the safety of the air that they breathe.
The Airliner Cabin Environment and the Health of Passengers and Crew examines in detail the aircraft environmental control systems, the sources of chemical and biological contaminants in aircraft cabins, and the toxicity and health effects associated with these contaminants. The book provides some ... Read more
- Front Matter
- Summary
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Environmental Control
- 3 Chemical Contaminants and Their Sources
- 4 Biological Agents
- 5 Health Considerations Related to Chemical Contaminants and Physical Factors
- 6 Health Surveillance
- 7 Air-Quality Measurement Techniques and Applications
- 8 Surveillance and Research Programs on Cabin Air Quality
- Appendix A: Biographical Information on Committee Members
- Appendix B: Building-Related Symptoms
- Appendix C: Relevant Federal Aviation Regulations
- Appendix D: Additional Monitoring Techniques
- Appendix E: Glossary
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
National Academies Press
Condition
New
Number of Pages
344
Place of Publication
Washington, United States
ISBN
9780309082891
SKU
V9780309082891
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-3
About Committee On Air Qua
Committee on Air Quality in Passenger Cabins of Commercial Aircraft, Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology, National Research Council
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