eLearning Course
Staying Safe Around Crystalline Silica™
Understanding the Impacts of Silica
According to OSHA data, silica exposure remains a serious threat to nearly 2.3 million U.S. workers. Crystalline silica has been classified as a human lung carcinogen. Additionally, breathing crystalline silica dust can cause silicosis, which in severe cases can be disabling, or even fatal.
Learning Path & Details
- Workplace Safety
- Type: eLearning - Safety Classics
- Audience: General
- Level: Foundational
- Seat Time: 15 Minutes
- Available As: Hosted eLearning, eLearning
Suggested Industry Usage
Competencies
- Keeping a Safe Workplace
Learning Objectives
- Identify the hazards of crystalline silica
- Identify protective measures against crystalline silica exposure
Interactivity
- Audible Narration
- Linear Navigation
- Branching
- Interactions and Activities
- Post-Assessment
Buying Options
Training Files (1)
Type | Time/Pages | Language | ||
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eLearning Course | – | English | Demo |
Additional Information
During 2001-2010, silicosis was recorded as the underlying or contributing cause of death on 1,437 U.S. death certificates. Silica exposure remains a serious threat to nearly two million U.S. workers.