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The Silica Dust Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Inhalation of silica dust
- Slip and fall hazards
- 2. Site Setup
- Flying debris
- Noise pollution
- 3. Tool Selection
- Incorrect tool use
- Electrical hazards
- 4. Material Handling
- Manual handling injuries
- Struck by objects
- 5. Cutting Process
- Exposure to silica dust
- Lacerations
- 6. Wet Cutting Method
- Mould growth
- Damp conditions causing slips
- 7. Dust Collection
- Ineffective dust control
- Poor ventilation
- 8. PPE Use
- Inappropriate PPE
- Lack of understanding of PPE usage
- 9. Health Monitoring
- Failure to identify symptoms
- Inadequate medical support
- 10. Breaks and Rest Periods
- Fatigue
- Dehydration
- 11. Equipment Maintenance
- Unmaintained tools
- Breakdown during operation
- 12. Cleanup
- Release of dust particles
- Improper waste disposal