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Everything You Need to Know About OSHA’s Respirable Crystalline Silica Rule

Everything You Need to Know About OSHA’s Respirable Crystalline Silica Rule

Respirable crystalline silica is silica that has been broken down from either grinding, sanding, cutting, or drilling. Crystalline silica is found in concrete, brick, stone, soil, and sand. When materials like these are crushed into small particles, they become airborne and are then known as respirable crystalline silica. Close to 2.3 million U.S. workers are exposed to crystalline silica at work.…

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What is Silica Dust and Why is it so Dangerous?

What is Silica Dust and Why is it so Dangerous?

Thousands of workers are exposed to a shocking number of chemicals and hazards every day. Thankfully, due to the increase in implementation of worker safety through courses, onsite training, and PPE (personal protective equipment), the number of workplace accidents and the level of exposure to harmful substances continues to decrease. However, it is not only workers who need to be…

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