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1. Is silica awareness training mandatory?
Yes, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires silica awareness training for employees who may be exposed to crystalline silica to stay safe in the workplace.
2. What is the OSHA standard for silica training?
The OSHA standard for construction is 29 CFR 1926.1153 and for general industry is 29 CFR 1910.1053.
3. What is the Crystalline Silica Awareness course?
Crystalline Silica Awareness is a training program that teaches workers about silica hazards, safe handling, exposure prevention, and emergency response.
4. How long is silica awareness training good for?
Typically, silica awareness training is good for 1–3 years, depending on employer policy and OSHA requirements.