| Abstract |
This book is aimed at employers of stonemasons, managers in stoneworking businesses, suppliers of stone, stone dust control equipment manufacturers and stone tool manufacturers and suppliers. The book describes the risks stonemasons face from stone dust, how exposure can be assessed and controlled, and how these controls can be maintained. Contents: Introduction; Stonemasons - stone dust and health; Stone dust - the law, exposure limits and the four steps to successful dust control; How to assess stone dust exposure; How to control stone dust exposure; How to keep control of stone dust exposure; Occupational health surveillance; Appendix 1 - Occupational exposure limits in the UK; Appendix 2 - Calculating daily exposure and comparing it with exposure limits; References; Further information. |
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