SILICA IN THE WORKPLACE
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Review Questions
Congratulations! You have now completed this guide, "Silica in the Workplace." We hope that it has been
both interesting and informative, and that you will keep it for further reference. It contains important
information that can have a direct bearing on you and your well being at work. The following questions
were prepared to help focus your attention on the most important points. Please take a few minutes to
make sure that you can answer them without difficulty.
1. What is the difference between free and combined silica?
2. Which forms of silica are likely to cause silicosis?
4. Why is respirable dust so important?
5. What are the basic features of silicosis (effects, detection, treatment)?
6. What are the most likely sources of airborne silica in your plant?
7. Are you likely to be exposed? If so, what aspects of your job are affected?
8. How is exposure to airborne silica measured?
9. What control measures are available to regulate exposure to silica?
10. If respirators are used, are they the correct type for this purpose? Is a respirator program in place?
11. What can you do to reduce your exposure to silica and that of your fellow workers?
Need More Information?
For more information on Silica or on the Regulations affecting the use of silica in the workplace, contact
us at 1 877 494 WSPS (9777) or visit us at our website at www.wsps.ca
Resources
MOL Guideline: Silica on Construction Projects
WSIB Fact Sheet: Silicosis: Facts for Workers in Ontario
