This pocket consultant started out as what was often referred to popularly as
‘Harrington and Gill’. Since then, it has undergone several revisions, and it has
become the best selling compact primer for occupational health in the UK. It is used
by many multidisciplinary groups of occupational health practitioners (including
nurses, doctors, safety professionals), and as a standard text for several occupational
health courses.
We are delighted to present the 5th edition. The concise nature of the presentation,
with short sections and bullet points has been retained. We have created a new chapter
on occupational toxicology, updated the chapters on occupational health law and on
sources of information, and added new material on emerging infections relevant to
occupational health practice. The section on psychosocial aspects has been expanded,
and the section on vibration rewritten to take on board new HSE (Health and Safety
Executive) information on the subject. The findings of recent evidence-based reviews
on several topics including vibration and low back pain have been included.