Manufacturing silica
This information will help employers (including the self-employed) comply with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH), as amended, to control exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) and protect workers' health.
Manufacturing silica [MN]
MN0: Advice for managers
This information will help managers to comply with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH), as amended, to control exposure and protect workers' health.
MN1: Weighing mineral powders containing silica
Weighing mineral powders containing silica
This sheet describes good practice using dust extraction and RPE . It covers the points you need to follow to reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.
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MN3: Mixing mineral powders containing silica
Mixing mineral powders containing silica
This sheet describes good practice using RPE and dust extraction. It covers the points you need to follow to reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.
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MN4: Packing mineral powders containing silica - small packing operations
Packing mineral powders containing silica - small packing operations
This sheet describes good practice using RPE and dust extraction. It covers the points you need to follow to reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.