The hazard of silica dust is a serious issue, as it is the most common danger when exposed to dust. Many activities that create dust can lead to the inhalation of airborne silica.
The best and most efficient way to handle this problem is by using a proper vacuum, as it advised by occupational safety entities in Canada.
What is Silica Dust?
Silica dust is a material that is naturally released into the atmosphere as very fine dust when working with specific types of:
- soil
- engineered stone
- rock
- sand
- concrete
- ceramic tile
- brick
Why is Silica Dust Harmful?
As it is so thin that can penetrate inside the pulmonary alveoli without even knowing you are breathing it. If adequate protections are not used, inhalation of silica dust can lead to a high chance to contract major pathologies such as lung cancer, silicosis, and many other severe health problems.
Activities at Risk
Every activity involving the use of tools to polish, cut, or crush hazardous materials, and any other type of process that manipulates materials that contain silicate dust, is potentially dangerous and has to be managed with the necessary safety measures.
Prevention
There are various measures that must be implemented to ensure the safety of the people present in the place at risk:
- Respiratory and protective equipment (RPE and PPE)
- Instructions and signs
- Proper ventilation
But the most significant way to ensure safety is to eliminate the dust. The most effective way to do that is by the removal of dust at its source. In order to achieve this, you need to attach a vacuum to the tool being used in the workplace.
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