Niosh Manuals & User Guides

The NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods (NMAM), 5th Edition, is a comprehensive resource for validated sampling and analytical methods used in occupational exposure assessment and industrial hygiene. Developed by NIOSH,…

This document provides essential information on occupational exposure to metalworking fluids (MWFs), detailing health risks such as respiratory and skin disorders, and outlining recommendations for comprehensive safety and health programs,…

Summary report from NIOSH detailing a fatal residential structure fire incident involving a career fire fighter in Alabama. Includes investigation findings, cause of death, safety recommendations for fire departments, and…

A comprehensive guide from the NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods (5th Edition) detailing surface sampling guidance, considerations, and methods for occupational hygiene. It covers introduction, rationale, collection methods, sampling strategies,…

A comprehensive guide to the determination of airborne isocyanate exposure, covering health effects, exposure criteria, sampling, and analytical methods, including NIOSH and OSHA procedures. Discusses TDI, MDI, HDI, and other…

This manual provides detailed instructions and classification systems for coding industry and occupation entries on death certificates, based on the 2010 Census Industry and Occupation Classification System. It covers general…