The Silica Exposure Control Program describes the hazards associated with silica dust, outlines the steps to ensure employees who work with or around silica are not exposed to hazardous levels of silica dust, and provides procedures to minimize exposures for common silica related work duties.
Silica exposure can come from handling sand, cutting concrete and abrasive blasting.
Before implementing any portion of this safety program or completing the training please contact the EHS Industrial Hygienist to determine which elements are applicable to you.
Contact information and areas of expertise can be found on the Contact Us page.
Documents
Training
- Respirable Crystalline Silica - W535OS
- This course is required initially and annually for all employees exposed to silica at or above the action level. It is recommend initially for any employee working with silica.
- Employees working with silica and silica containing products.
For further training and registration information, go to EHS Safety Training.
Resources
External Links
- OSHA Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard for General Industry
- OSHA Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard for Construction
- OSHA Safety and Health Topics: Silica
- OSHA Fact Sheet: Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard for General Industry and Maritime
- OSHA Fact Sheet: Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard for Construction
- Small Entity Compliance Guide for the Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard for General Industry and Maritime
- Small Entity Compliance Guide for the Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard for Construction