Working Safely with Crystalline Silica Substance – Devonport

Provided by: Master Builders Tasmania

Silica has been a long-standing health hazard, causing millions of cases of disease and death since civilization, stone masonry and mining began. The risk arises through the inhalation of dusts containing crystalline silica.

Silica is found in materials like stone, rock and sand; and products like bricks, tiles, asphalt, concrete and some plastics.

Topics Covered Include:

* Identify silica and silica containing materials/products

* The dangers and health concerns of silica

* Appropriate legislation requirements and responsibilities

* Managing the risk of silica exposure

* Health Monitoring for Silica

Cost : MBT Members - $192.50 : Non Member - $247.50

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