Describes the benefits of a respirator program set up with the tuckpointers in Chicago....
The CPWR Toolbox Talk on Preventing Exposure to Silica Dust in Enclosed Cabs addresses the risks associated with breathing in silica dust and silicosi...
Cleaning the drum in cement trucks entails confined space, lockout/tagout, noise and respiratory dangers – here is the proper way to address each ha...
The results of a field tests of a wet abrasive blasting device and its impact on the level of respirable crystalline silica dust....
Of historical interest: 1942 speech by industrial hygienist discussing dangers of welding fumes and asbestos fibers....
See new tools and practices developed by construction workers to improve safety and health on jobsites and hear the workers talk about the project and...
This CPWR Hazard Alert on Working in enclosed cabs provides information on protecting workers from silica dust, how to minimize exposures and the dang...
Describes draft recommendations for use of ventilated grinder to reduce dust during tuckpointing and describes field trials using these devices....
“Hydraulic fracturing is the process of injecting large volumes of water, sand and chemicals deep underground at high pressure to create fissures. W...
Discusses the conflict that often arises between protecting workers via strong regulations and dealing with large construction firms who oppose the re...