Quarries 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.

Quarries silica [QY]

QY0: 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.

QY1: Rock drilling

Rock drilling

This sheet describes good practice using engineering control - dust extraction and/or water suppression. 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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QY2: Excavating and haulage

Excavating and haulage

This sheet describes good practice using engineering control - a filtered air supply to the vehicle cab. 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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QY3: Crushing

Crushing

This sheet describes good practice using engineering control - a filtered air supply to the control cabin. 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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QY4: Drying and cooling

Drying and cooling

This sheet describes good practice using engineering control - dust extraction and a filtered air supply to the control cabin. 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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QY5: Dry screening

Dry screening

This sheet describes good practice using engineering control - dust extraction and a filtered air supply to the control cabin. 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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QY6: Dry grinding

Dry grinding

This sheet describes good practice using containment - enclosure and a filtered air supply to the control cabin. 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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QY7: Jumbo bag filling (500-1500kg)

Jumbo bag filling (500-1500kg)

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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QY8: Silica flour: Small bag (15-50kg) filling and transfer

Silica flour: Small bag (15-50kg) filling and transfer

This sheet describes good practice using respiratory protective equipment (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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2021-09-09