Silica Awareness & Respiratory Protection

Description

This Silica Awareness course is designed to educate workers, supervisors, and safety professionals on the risks of respirable crystalline silica exposure in the workplace. Participants will learn how to identify silica-containing materials, understand the dangers of inhaling silica dust, and implement safe work practices that align with OSHA standards.

Exposure to respirable crystalline silica can lead to serious long-term health issues such as lung cancer, silicosis, and other respiratory conditions. This course provides practical guidance on hazard recognition, control measures, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent harmful exposures on job sites.

Topics Covered:

• Identifying crystalline silica in materials and work environments
• Understanding exposure risks and long-term health effects
• Implementing engineering and administrative control measures
• Proper use, selection, and maintenance of PPE
• OSHA regulatory requirements and compliance strategies
• First aid response and incident reporting procedures

What You’ll Learn:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify common sources of crystalline silica
• Recognize tasks and processes that may lead to exposure
• Describe health risks linked to silica inhalation
• Apply safe work practices to reduce exposure risks
• Respond appropriately to potential exposure incidents

This training is ideal for individuals working in construction, demolition, masonry, or any trade involving materials like concrete, brick, stone, or sand.