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The importance of water and dust filtration systems

The importance of water and dust filtration systems

With strict OSHA regulations and the overall philosophy of a green environment, the use of water filtration and dust collection systems has become a necessity for fabricators
Brian Gambrell
August 17, 2020
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Water filtration and clarification systems have become so critically important for fabricators like never before. OSHA regulations and monitoring of sludge has increased exponentially over the last several years to keep the sludge out of the water drains.
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Stone Industry Perspective: Resources for preventing silicosis

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James Hieb
February 18, 2020
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The threat of silica exposure is not a new story. However, these reports are a strong reminder that stone companies must be diligent about reducing the risks to workers. The Natural Stone Institute recommends the following.


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Getting serious about silica in the shop

August 12, 2019
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OSHA and NIOSH have identified exposure to silica as a health hazard to workers involved in finishing and installing natural and manufactured stone countertop products, both in fabrication shops and during in-home finishing/installation.


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Silica Exposure Control Plan Released by the Natural Stone Institute

December 14, 2017
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The Natural Stone Institute has completed a written Silica Exposure Control Plan (ECP) specifically for stone cutters and fabricators.
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Stone Column: Maintaining a safe work environment

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Jennifer Richinelli
May 1, 2017
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In this issue of Stone World, we cover safety in the shop — a topic I believe can never be talked about too much. As you all know, the stone industry can be a hazardous business if the proper procedures and policies aren’t put in place to ensure everyone’s safety.


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Safety in the stone shop

What fabricators are saying about shop safety
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Jason Kamery
May 1, 2017
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With the hazards of working in the stone industry always a concern and OSHA tightening its rulings on silicosis, fabricators continue to implement procedures and emphasize to their employees the importance of safety in the work place.


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Avitus Group launches OSHA Compliance Guide as multiple changes roll out

August 25, 2016
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The new guide highlights a 78% inflation increase to OSHA fines, new public disclosure of workplace injuries rule and warning to employers against retaliatory post-accident drug testing.
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The debate over OSHA’s new Silica Rule

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Jennifer Richinelli
May 2, 2016
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The rule establishes two standards, where only one existed previously, and reduces the permissible exposure limit (PEL) from 100 µg/m3 for an eight-hour time-weighted average to 50 µg/m3.
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Final Rule from OSHA on Silica

The new Silica Rule urges employers to measure employee exposure
May 2, 2016
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The rule establishes two standards, where only one existed previously. OSHA’s Silica Rule will go into effect on June 23, 2016.


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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration Announces Final Rule Regarding Silica

March 24, 2016
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The rule aims to curb lung cancer, silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and kidney disease by limiting workers exposure to respirable crystalline silica.
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