Silica Exposure | WorkSafeBC

Silica is a common substance found in sand, rock, and building materials such as concrete and brick. Cutting, grinding, or drilling these materials releases dangerous crystalline silica dust into the air. This video shows how breathing in silica dust can cause permanent damage to the lungs.

Working around silica dust is one of the most common hazards that concrete cutter operators face. If you are using a concrete cutter, you should wear the appropriate PPE at all times.

This video is a helpful tool for health and safety training and toolbox talks when working around silica and power tools.

Find information and resources on protecting workers from harmful exposure to silica dust at worksafebc.com/silica.

Timestamps:
0:00 Where silica is found
0:22 How silica is released into the air
0:36 How silica affects your body
1:25 Effects of exposure to silica
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