Many materials and chemicals used by artists, craftspeople, and conservators are health hazards. This book explains the basic types of exposure problems, has sections on groups of materials (solvents, for example) and their specific hazards, and chapters on the dangers of particular crafts and how to eliminate or reduce risks. Covers everything from the contracting of anthrax from old textiles and new fibers to allergies developed from exposure to formaldehyde. See also AATA 19-131.