Step 2. How do you plan to control the dust?
Select the type of equipment and dust control you plan to use for each material and task you selected in Step 1.
Any material-task combination may be selected. For uncommon combinations or those not typically performed, the default control is respiratory protection.
Not Sure – Perform Air Monitoring.
Click here to find the exposure control methods in OSHA’s silica standard, learn about air monitoring, or find studies and data on the use of controls
- Option 1 – OSHA Exposure Control Methods:
The exposure control methods and respiratory requirements specified in OSHA’s Silica Standard for Construction. Learn More
The exposure control methods and respiratory requirements specified in OSHA’s Silica Standard for General Industry and Maritime, which covers the oil & gas industry. Learn More
- Option 2 – Perform Air Monitoring:
Information on how to find an industrial hygienist to conduct air monitoring, questions to ask, and what’s involved. Learn More
- Option 3 – Studies and Data on the Use of Dust Controls:
Summaries of construction research findings, reports, and data. Learn More
Summaries of oil & gas research findings, reports, and data. Learn More
- Option 4 – OSHA’s On-Site Consultation Program: Learn More