This comprehensive guide explores PPE options as well as engineering controls (physical workplace changes) and administrative work
practice controls that should be evaluated first to protect workers from silica hazards.
OH&S Magazine Spotlight: Reducing Silica Exposure Amongst Stone Countertop Workers
Read about silica exposure, the risks stone countertop fabrication workers are facing and important steps that can be taken to help protect them.
Still Have Questions About the Silica Construction Rule? OSHA Has Answers.
We help break down some of OSHA’s FAQ answers to help you achieve construction silica standard compliance.
OSHA Silica Construction Standard: What You Need to Know Now to Help Avoid Common Violations and Citations
Now that this regulation is fully in effect, learn more about the steps you should take to help avoid injuries, penalties and achieve compliance.
Spring and Summer ARE Approaching: Time to Start Thinking About Construction Safety
Even though it might not feel like winter is over just yet, now is a good time to evaluate your safety program and inventory to ensure you have the right Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for your workers to help prevent common injuries.
How Competent is Your Silica Competent Person?
It’s a key part for OSHA Construction Silica compliance to ensure you have a competent person on site, but you may be wondering what it takes to be a competent person as required by the new standard.
Do You Know How to Comply with the OSHA Silica Regulation?
Have you taken the necessary steps to comply with the new OSHA silica standard? 3M has resources developed by safety professionals and certified industrial hygienists to help you on the journey to comply with new US OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 regulation.
Check out our Complimentary Silica Regulation Online Resources
As you probably know by now in March 2016, OSHA launched the Respirable Crystalline Silica in Construction Regulation (29 CFR 1926.1153). Access this online resource to help learn more about the regulations and access resources and information related to silica.
OSHA Silica Standard For Construction Changes: Be Prepared, Be Safe, Be Compliant
Let us be your guide to better help keep workers healthy and safe by signing up to receive tools and information on the new Respirable Crystalline Silica in Construction regulation, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153.