Purpose
The University of Waterloo is committed to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of the entire University community. The objective of this training module is to introduce employees to silica and the dangers of working with silica-containing materials.
Who should take this course?
University of Waterloo employees working where silica dust may be present.
Duration
1 hour
Training content
By the end of this training, you will understand:
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What silica is and where it is used
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The health effects of breathing silica dust
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The roles and responsibilities of the employer, supervisors and managers under the Silica Control Program
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The engineering, administrative and PPE control measures used to mitigate the risk of exposure to silica