1. Introduction
Silica hazards in construction Course description Course objectives OSHA’s respirable crystalline silica rule Key provisions of the standard Schedule for construction industry Pre-drill review 2. What are Silica Hazards?
What is crystalline silica? What is respirable crystalline silica? Interactive History of silica hazards Silica-related diseases Silicosis Interactive Who is exposed to silica hazards? Impact of OSHA’s respirable crystalline silica rule Pre-Drill Review 3. Types of Control Methods
Hazard identification Worksite analysis General methods of control Wet dust suppression Wet methods: freezing temperatures Wet methods: electrical safety Wet methods activity Dust collection systems VDC system selection Respiratory protection Respiratory protection program Table 1 of silica standard Respiratory fit test APF respirators Fans Hazardous equipment and operations 4. Table of Control Methods (1)
Table 1 Control Methods Stationary masonry saws Handheld power saws Walk-behind saws Drivable saws Rig-mounted core saws or drills Handheld and stand-mounted drills Dowel drilling rigs for concrete Vehicle-mounted drilling rigs for rock and concrete Jackhammers and handheld powered chipping tools Jackhammers Pre-Drill Review 5. Table of Control Methods (2)
Handheld grinders for mortar removal Handheld grinders APF activity Walk-behind milling machines and floor grinders Small drivable milling machines Large drivable milling machines Crushing machines Heavy equipment and utility vehicles Wet method checklist activity Pre-Drill Review 6. Employer Responsibilities
Employer responsibilities under the standard Implementing Table 1 control measures Alternative exposure control methods Employer Responsibilities Exposure assessment Methods of compliance Respiratory protection Housekeeping Written exposure control plan Medical surveillance Medical surveillance: initial examination Medical surveillance: periodic examinations Medical surveillance: Information and additional exams Hazard communication Employee information and training Recordkeeping Pre-Drill Review 7. Conclusion
Summary OSHA’s On-site Consultation Program Review References