Abrasive Blasting Operations Engineering Control and Work Practices Manual (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781288679256)

Research indicates that some 100,000 abrasive blasters are exposed to silica dust, inhalation of which can lead to silicosis, for up to 60 million manhours each year. This publication describes in detail typical abrasive blast cleaning practices and equipment; potential health and safety hazards involved; methods to identify hazards; and measures for controlling hazards. It is intended for use by plant safety and industrial hygiene engineers.
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Author: Department of Health and Human Services
ISBN-10: 1288679254
ISBN-13: 9781288679256
Publisher: Bibliogov
Language: English
Published: 01/30/2013
Pages: 82
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.36lbs
Size: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.17d