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NIOSH Silica and Worker Health

NIOSH's silica topic page covering the health effects of respirable crystalline silica and how workers are exposed, with links to research and prevention resources. It gives the health background that makes the OSHA rule easier to explain to a crew. Useful when preparing a toolbox talk on dust.

External authoritative source. The named publisher maintains this material. Source verified means NPMCA checked the source identity, link and classification; it does not mean NPMCA technically reviewed or approved the underlying regulation or guidance. Open the source for current requirements.
Open source — NIOSH (CDC)

Free · outside site

For
New Crew Member, Laborer, Equipment Operator, Sealcoating Technician, Crack Repair Technician, Asphalt Maintenance Technician, Pavement Marking Technician, Concrete Maintenance Technician, Snow and Ice Worker, Crew Leader, Foreman, Supervisor
Jurisdiction
US-federal
Version
1.0 · Published
Source identity checked
2026-09-09
Maintained by
NIOSH (CDC)

Sources

  1. [1]Silica and Worker Health — NIOSH (CDC) · updated July 7, 2026 · checked 2026-09-09

Educational only. Your employer is responsible for the safety and compliance program on your job. Talk to a qualified professional where a decision depends on it.