Silica Exposure: Prevention and Response Training Course

November 27, 2024December 2, 2024

Course Description

This course is designed to equip workers across various industries – including construction, mining, and manufacturing – with critical knowledge and strategies to prevent and respond to silica exposure.

You will learn how to protect workers from harmful silica dust and silica exposure. Learn hazards, OSHA standards, and how to stay safe on the job.

Training Objectives

By completing this 13-minute Silica Exposure: Prevention and Response Training Course your employees will gain knowledge in:

Understanding silica hazards
Following OSHA standards for silica exposure
Protecting against silica dust
Preventing health problems

Course Overview

In this Silica Exposure: Prevention and Response Training Course, we will focus on the following key areas:

Understanding the nature of respirable crystalline silica and its associated health hazards
Identifying potential sources of silica dust within your workplace
Implementing prevention strategies, including the use of engineering controls, adherence to safe work practices, employing personal protective equipment (PPE), and personal hygiene best practices
Developing a comprehensive Written Exposure Control Plan tailored for managing silica dust within your specific workplace
Applying OSHA’s “Table 1” to guide the selection of exposure control measures
Understanding the legal responsibilities of employers for implementing prevention methods and monitoring exposure levels
Learning how to advocate effectively for essential health and safety measures to further prevent silica exposure within your workplace

By the end of this course, you will have a strong understanding of the hazards of silica dust and the various preventive and response measures you can take.

Enroll now and become a more effective advocate for workplace safety – championing a safer work environment for you, your colleagues, and your industry.