Course details
Crystalline Silica for General Industry Employees
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), approximately 295,000 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 employers on how to protect their employees from the dangers of crystalline silica dust. Specifically, it covers 29 CFR 1910.1053, OSHA, Respirable Crystalline Silica Rule for General Industry.
Course Overview
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), approximately 295,000 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 employers on how to protect their employees from the dangers of crystalline silica dust. Specifically, it covers 29 CFR 1910.1053, OSHA, Respirable Crystalline Silica Rule for General Industry.
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Recognize workplace tasks that could result in exposure to crystalline silica.
- Identify health hazards caused by exposure to crystalline silica.
- 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 crystalline silica dust.
- Explain the purpose of OSHA's required medical surveillance program.
Topics Covered
Crystalline Silica for General Industry Employees Online covers the following topics:
- Introduction to Crystalline Silica
- What is Crystalline Silica?
- Occupational Exposure
- Health Hazards
- Hazard Communication
- Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL)
- Exposure Assessment
- Regulated Areas
- Methods of Compliance
- Respiratory Protection
- Housekeeping
- Written Exposure Control Plan
- What is the Purpose?
- Examinations
- Medical Report
- Medical Opinion
Exposure Control
Medical Surveillance
This course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course
