Silicosis is serious and preventable yet continues to exist in Wisconsin. Silicosis can affect workers at any age. The main way to prevent silicosis is for companies to avoid silica or apply engineering controls to reduce silica exposure, but PPE use is still important. Hear how silicosis has affected lives of three Wisconsin workers and learn more about how workers can protect themselves.
Learn more:
Silicosis: What Workers Should Know (English)
www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/publica...
Silicosis: lo que deben saber los trabajadores (Español)
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OSHA silica standard for general industry
www.osha.gov/silica-crystalli...
OSHA silica standard for construction
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