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

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.

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2024-05-03