What Hygienic Measures Can Be Taken to Prevent Silicosis

4 What Hygienic Measures Can Be Taken TO Prevent Silicosis  

The best way to prevent silicosis among abrasive blasters is to use a low-free-silica abrasive. Good alternatives to quartz sand are available (see Section 4.2). In many countries where dry blasting with quartz sand is forbidden, these alternatives have proven themselves reliable and economical for many decades. 

It is possible to reduce the risks associated with dry abrasive blasting with silica. Efforts needed to do so can be divided into four groups  

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommends the following measures to reduce crystalline silica exposures in the workplace and prevent silicosis [28]  

Use contaimnent methods, such as blast-cleaning machines and cabinets, to control the hazard and protect adjacent workers lirom exposure. 

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