BASIC INFORMATION
50 micrograms per cubic meter
What is the PEL?
An irreversible but preventable lung disease that causes scarring and stiffening of the lungs.
What is Silicosis?
common practice to control silica dust.
What is the wet method.
The person who can identify if silica will be a problem in the work area.
What is a competent person?
A type of cancer you can get when working with concrete.
What is Lung Cancer?
PPE
What to wear for protection?
29 CFR 1926.1153
What is the OSHA Standard for employers to limit workers exposure to silica?
You wear these to protect your hands while working with concrete.
What are gloves?
Respirator
What device is used when other methods can't keep levels below PEL?
A solid barrier that helps to hold fluid concrete in place until it hardens.
What is a Concrete form?
Occurs when wet concrete comes in contact with skin.
What is chemical burns?
Another engineering control besides water used when a concrete cutting task is producing lots of dust.
What is exhaust ventilation?
Respiratory Hazards
Skins Issues
Limited Access Zone
What are the objectives of this presentation?
The main symptom of this disease is "Shortness of Breath"
What is COPD
Should be established on the side of the wall which is Un scaffolded.
What side of wall if the Limited Access Zone?