objectivesThis course is designed to teach students about the basics of silica dust and respirable crystalline silica dust often encountered during construction activities. The Respirable Crystalline Silica in Construction for the Exposed Worker course teaches participants the basic health hazards associated with exposure, as well as common construction tasks that could result in exposure to respirable crystalline, and control measures employers can implement to protect workers from specific construction tasks at which employees are exposed. Control strategies will be identified and include engineering controls, work practices, and respirators.
NOTICE: This course is more comprehensive than the introductory level course and is largely developed directly from OSHA’s Respirable Crystalline Silica in construction standard.
Students who participate in the Respirable Crystalline Silica in Construction for the Exposed Worker course will gain a thorough and up-to-date understanding of the prevalence and use of silica in construction environments. Topics within the course include:
Backgrounds and definitions of silica and respirable crystalline silica
Common construction activities with the greatest potential for exposure
Common hazards, evaluation methods, and control techniques of silica and respirable crystalline silica
Importance of and requirements for signs and labels, housekeeping, a documented written exposure control plan, medical surveillance, training, and information
Silica and respirable crystalline in construction summary
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able familiar with OSHA’s new requirements surrounding the new respirable crystalline silica regulation. Furthermore, students will be able to do the following:
Identify examples of potential exposure to silica and respirable crystalline silica, as well as the associated dangers
Recognize OSHA’s strict requirements and measures governing respirable crystalline silica
Learn to utilize safe work practices, as well as safer tools and techniques to control potentially harmful exposure to silica and respirable crystalline silica dust.
descriptionThis course will educate students the fundamentals of silica dust and respirable crystalline silica dust, which are commonly encountered during construction activities. The Respirable Crystalline Silica in Construction for the Exposed Worker course teaches participants about the basic health risks associated with exposure to respirable crystalline silica, as well as common construction tasks that may result in exposure to respirable crystalline silica, and control measures employers can use to protect workers from specific construction tasks where they are exposed. Engineering controls, work habits, and respirators will be recognized as control strategies.
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA 1 training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Respirable Crystalline Silica In Construction For The Exposed Worker and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA 1 card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline1. 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
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
Pre-Drill Review
4. Table of Control Methods (1)
Table of 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
Pre-Drill Review
6. Employer Responsibilities
Employer responsibilities under the standard
Implementing Table 1 control measures
Employer Responsibilities
Alternative exposure control methods
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
ReferencesOSHA Education School’s Respirable Crystalline Silica in Construction for the Exposed Worker online safety course is based on OSHA’s §1926.1153 Respirable Crystalline Silica and related OSHA standards. Designed to explain the new regulations, hazards, engineering, work practices, and personal protective controls associated with respirable crystalline silica. Participants will receive the following through the course:
Interactive media designed to aid participants in determining and recognizing potential threats of silica dust and respirable crystalline silica dust
Enhanced learning through case studies and interactive exercises
A certificate of completion
