Construction

Silica dust poses a severe health risk to construction workers using handheld power saws to cut concrete, stone, and other silica-containing materials. This hazardous dust can cause irreversible lung damage when inhaled over time. However, safety precautions and engineering controls, when properly implemented, can significantly reduce workers’ exposure. This article will explore best practices for … Read more

The use of handheld grinders in construction work can generate extremely fine and hazardous silica dust particles that put workers at risk of lung damage and silicosis when inhaled over time. Controlling silica exposures from handheld grinding operations has become increasingly important with the recent implementation of more stringent permissible exposure limits. This article outlines … Read more

Crystalline silica dust poses a serious health hazard for construction workers who use handheld and stand-mounted drills on materials containing silica. Small silica particles can cause irreversible lung damage when inhaled over time. Implementing methods to control silica dust generated from drilling is critical for protecting worker health. This article explores guidelines and best practices … Read more

Working with materials containing crystalline silica can present serious health hazards for construction workers. Cutting concrete, bricks, pavers, and blocks on stationary masonry saws generates respirable silica dust that can cause irreversible lung damage when inhaled over time. Implementing proper dust control methods is therefore critical for ensuring worker safety. This article discusses recommendations from … Read more

Injuries from slips, trips and falls are a major concern for construction workers. According to an online training course on construction safety, slips, trips and falls account for 17% of disabling occupational injuries and 15% of on-the-job fatalities in the construction industry. While we may laugh when we see slapstick comedies showing people slipping on … Read more

Silica dust is a silent killer. This common mineral found in sand, rock, concrete, brick and other construction materials can cause serious lung diseases and cancer when inhaled over time. That’s why OSHA implemented strict new Silica Standards for General Industry and Construction to limit worker exposure. This comprehensive training guide summarizes an online training … Read more