Description
Crystalline Silica for Construction Employees
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), approximately two million construction workers are exposed to crystalline silica, a common mineral whose dust can lead to serious medical issues if exposure is not limited.
This course is designed to educate workers on how to protect themselves from the dangers of crystalline silica dust. Specifically, it covers 29 CFR 1926.1153, OSHA’s Respirable Crystalline Silica Rule for Construction.
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Recognize workplace tasks that could result in exposure.
- Identify health hazards caused by exposure.
- Recall the various methods of communicating crystalline silica hazards: labels, safety data sheets, and signs.
- Apply exposure control measures to protect themselves from the effects of the dust .
- Discuss the role a competent person plays in exposure control.
- Explain the purpose of OSHA’s required medical surveillance program.
Crystalline Silica for Construction Employees Online covers the following topics:
Introduction to Crystalline Silica
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- What is Crystalline Silica?
- Occupational Exposure
- Health Hazards
- Hazard Communication
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Exposure Control
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- Specific Exposure Control Method: Table 1
- Alternative Exposure Control Methods
- PEL
- Exposure Assessment
- Respiratory Protection
- Methods of Compliance
- Housekeeping
- Written Exposure Control Plan
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Medical Surveillance
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- What is the Purpose?
- Examinations
- Medical Report
- Medical Opinion
Approximately 30 minutes
Testing conducted in this online Crystalline Silica for Construction Employees course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to receive a certificate of completion. Participants are able to repeat the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved.
Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available to download and print.
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