Scabbling or grinding
COSHH Essentials in construction: Silica CN1
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
COSHH Essentials in construction: Silica
Abstract
Control practices to reduce exposure to silica dust when scabbling or grinding concrete and similar materials using hand operated tools; covering preparation, procedures, PPE, training and housekeeping.
History
Published September 2016.
Subjects
- Materials
- Health and safety
- COSHH
- Site safety
- Special subject areas
- Chemicals/hazardous substances
- Dangerous substances (asbestos, explosives, etc)
Publisher History
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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