National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health pocket guide to chemical hazards

Updated 2026-03-25
The Pocket Guide is a source of general industrial hygiene information on several hundred chemicals/classes found in the work environment. Key data provided for each chemical/substance includes chemical/trade names and synonyms; structure/formula; conversion factors; CAS/ RTECS/DOT ID and Guide numbers; NIOSH/OSHA exposure limits; IDLH concentrations; physical description, chemical and physical properties of agents; measurement methods; personal protection/sanitation recommendations; respirator selection recommendations; incompatibilities and reactivities of agents; exposure routes/ symptoms/and target organs; and first aid.

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Title
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health pocket guide to chemical hazards
Abbreviation
NIOSH Pocket Guide
Description
The Pocket Guide is a source of general industrial hygiene information on several hundred chemicals/classes found in the work environment. Key data provided for each chemical/substance includes chemical/trade names and synonyms; structure/formula; conversion factors; CAS/ RTECS/DOT ID and Guide numbers; NIOSH/OSHA exposure limits; IDLH concentrations; physical description, chemical and physical properties of agents; measurement methods; personal protection/sanitation recommendations; respirator selection recommendations; incompatibilities and reactivities of agents; exposure routes/ symptoms/and target organs; and first aid.
Creator
Barsan
Creator
Michael E.
Owner
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Publication date
2007
Remarks
3rd printed edition

Identifiers

Chemical identifier
CAS
Created: 2026-03-25
Last updated: 2026-03-25