OSHA updates emphasis program to better protect workers from silica exposure.This Instruction describes policies and procedures for implementing a
National Emphasis Program (NEP) to identify and reduce or eliminate
worker exposures to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) in general
industry, maritime, and construction. The NEP targets specific
industries expected to have the highest exposures to RCS.
Center for Public Health Workforce Development eNews
Monday, February 24, 2020
OSHA updates emphasis program to better protect workers from silica exposure.
OSHA updates emphasis program to better protect workers from silica exposure.This Instruction describes policies and procedures for implementing a
National Emphasis Program (NEP) to identify and reduce or eliminate
worker exposures to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) in general
industry, maritime, and construction. The NEP targets specific
industries expected to have the highest exposures to RCS.
