08.22.18
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that new frequently asked questions (FAQs) and training videos on the Agency’s standard for respirable crystalline silica in construction are now available online.
Developed by OSHA in cooperation with industry and labor organizations, the FAQs provide employers and workers with guidance on the standard’s requirements. In addition, a series of six new videos instruct users on methods for controlling exposure to silica dust when performing common construction tasks or using construction equipment. The videos cover topics including handheld power saws, jackhammers, drills, and grinders.
Visit OSHA’s silica standard for construction page for more information and resources on complying with the standard.
Developed by OSHA in cooperation with industry and labor organizations, the FAQs provide employers and workers with guidance on the standard’s requirements. In addition, a series of six new videos instruct users on methods for controlling exposure to silica dust when performing common construction tasks or using construction equipment. The videos cover topics including handheld power saws, jackhammers, drills, and grinders.
Visit OSHA’s silica standard for construction page for more information and resources on complying with the standard.