Work Safely with Silica One Stop Resource
The Center for Construction Research and Training has
created a new website as a resource tool for those needing to deal with new
airborne silica proposals. Work Safely with Silica has information about the
"latest on regulatory efforts, news articles, examples of what other
contractors are doing and related scientific research," and a tool to help
you estimate the hazards of particular jobs
Dust containing silica is common on construction sites. The
illnesses caused by breathing silica dust, such as silicosis, are incurable –
but they are preventable. This website is a one-stop source of information to
help contractors, workers, and other stakeholders prevent silica-related
illnesses.
This site includes the tools and information needed to
identify silica hazards, understand the health risk, and find equipment and
methods to control the dust. Users will also find information on regulatory and
voluntary efforts to minimize silica exposures as well as a central place to
share successes and challenges.
CPWR — The Center for Construction Research and Training is
an international leader in applied research and training for the construction
industry, and serves as the National Construction Center for the National
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
CPWR conducts research to identify the causes of and
solutions for safety and health risks on construction jobs that can lead to
injuries, illnesses and fatalities, publicizes the results, encourages the use
of solutions, and trains instructors in general and specialized safety and
health topics.
In 2010, CPWR, NIOSH and the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) formed a Research to Practice [r2p] Working Group to
facilitate communication and action on critical safety and health issues facing
the construction industry. The Working Group identified silica as a priority
area for outreach efforts.
Source: Work Safely
with Silica
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