Good practice guidance on handling crystalline silica
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Description
The guide presents practical information on the preventive and protective measures for handling crystalline silica. It is structured based on the tasks and equipment in which exposure to crystalline silica may occur.
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Provider
Provider name (English)
European Network on Silica — NEPSI
Provider name (Original)
NEPSI - Rețeaua Europeană pentru Siliciu
Type of provider
Other type provider
EU Project
Tasks covered
Construction
Manufacturing
Mining or Quarrying
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Dusts
Hazard - health effects
Carcinogens
Exposure route
Inhalation
Substance Description
Crystalline Silica
CAS Number
14808-60-7
EC number
238-878-4
Prevention measures
Level 1. Elimination of hazards
Level 1. Substitution
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Level 2. Reducing / minimising the risk by organisational measures, e.g. reducing the number of workers exposed
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Training / guidance
Hygiene measures
Purpose of the material
Guidance
Target group
Employers
Managers
Occupational health physician
OSH consultant
Safety officers
Trainers
Workers