Silica Exposure Limits

Silica exposure limits refer to the maximum amount of respirable crystalline silica dust that workers should be exposed to in a work environment to protect their health. These limits are set by occupational safety agencies to reduce the risk of lung diseases like silicosis and other respiratory problems caused by inhaling fine silica particles. Typically measured in milligrams per cubic meter of air over an 8-hour workday, adherence to these limits involves implementing safety measures such as proper ventilation, dust controls, and personal protective equipment to minimize inhalation of hazardous silica dust.