E-fact 49: Safe maintenance — quarrying sector
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Description
The factsheet informs about health risks in quarrying workplaces. With regard to hazardous chemicals, exposure to dusts are to be considered and information is provided. Most risks addressed relate to accidents, falls and movement of heavy machinery and vehicles.
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Provider
Provider name (English)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Provider name (Original)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Mining or Quarrying
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Dusts
Gases
Nanoparticles (airborne liquids/solids including smoke or mist)
Solids
Hazard - health effects
Not applicable
Exposure route
Inhalation
Substance Description
Airborne dust
Prevention measures
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Training / guidance
Hygiene measures
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Guidance
Target group
Employers
Managers
Safety officers
Workers representatives