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Silicosis: Understanding the Silent Threat to Miner’s Health

Silicosis: Understanding the Silent Threat to Miner’s Health

by MSHA Safety Services | Aug 31, 2024 | Silica

Silicosis remains a major health risk for miners, caused by prolonged inhalation of respirable crystalline silica. This chronic lung disease can be devastating, yet it is largely preventable with proper dust control measures and early intervention. In this article,...
MSHA’s Final Silica Rule: Lowering Miners’ Exposure to Respirable Crystalline Silica

MSHA’s Final Silica Rule: Lowering Miners’ Exposure to Respirable Crystalline Silica

by MSHA Safety Services | Aug 29, 2024 | Silica

The mining industry is known for being physically demanding and hazardous, with workers facing significant health risks, especially respiratory issues. One major threat is exposure to respirable crystalline silica, which poses long-term health risks. Inhalation of...
Breathe Easy: The Cutting-Edge Innovations in Respiratory Protection for Mining Operations

Breathe Easy: The Cutting-Edge Innovations in Respiratory Protection for Mining Operations

by MSHA Safety Services | Aug 27, 2024 | Industrial Hygiene

Where the air is thick with potential hazards, respiratory protection is the barrier between miners and harm–like respirable crystalline silica. From futuristic gear to state-of-the-art filtration systems, we’ll uncover how these innovations are driving a new...
Understanding Respirable Crystalline Silica in Mining

Understanding Respirable Crystalline Silica in Mining

by MSHA Safety Services | Aug 23, 2024 | Silica

In the world of mining safety, few hazards loom larger than respirable crystalline silica. Crystalline silica are tiny, airborne particles of silicon dioxide (silica) that are small enough to be inhaled into the lungs.  In this article, we’ll uncover the dangers of...
Mastering MSHA’s Silica Rules: Smart Compliance Strategies for Safer Mining Operations

Mastering MSHA’s Silica Rules: Smart Compliance Strategies for Safer Mining Operations

by MSHA Safety Services | Aug 21, 2024 | Silica

When materials containing silica are cut, drilled, or disturbed, they can release respirable crystalline silica particles into the air—particles small enough to be inhaled and capable of causing serious health risks. As a result, compliance with the Mine Safety and...
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