How To Measure Exposure to Silica Dust What if a sampling report would show exposure to more than 50 mg/cu meter of air? When working at a task that will result in excessive exposure, a worker must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). A respirator must be chosen that is capable of reducing the exposure […]
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What is Silica Dust? Silica. It’s everywhere in the earth. In dirt. Sand. Concrete. Stone. It’s the most common element! But as we’ve learned, when we cut or grind stone & concrete, we generate a lot of silica dust exposure! And that dust contains respirable crystalline silica. Here’s some tips to consider when planning ways […]