Construction Silica Exposure Control Checklist
Comprehensive silica exposure control checklist for OSHA compliance on construction sites.
- Industry: Construction
- Frequency: Daily/Per task
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
- Role: Safety Manager/Competent Person
- Total Items: 23
- Compliance: OSHA 1926.1153, Table 1 Controls, NIOSH Guidelines
Task Identification
Silica-generating tasks
- Task identified in Table 1?
- Required controls identified?
Engineering Controls
Dust suppression
- Water suppression used (if required)?
- Dust collection/vacuum used (if required)?
- Controls functioning properly?
Respiratory Protection
Respirator use
- Required respirators worn?
- Workers fit tested?
- Respirators in good condition?
Housekeeping
Dust cleanup
- No dry sweeping/dry brushing?
- No compressed air for cleaning (unless permitted)?
PPE Compliance
PPE inspection
- Hard hats worn?
- Safety glasses worn?
- High-vis vests worn?
- Steel-toe boots worn?
Fall Protection
OSHA 1926 Subpart M
- Fall protection above 6 feet?
- Guardrails intact?
- Harnesses inspected?
Housekeeping & Organization
Site organization
- Walkways clear?
- Materials stored safely?
- Debris removed?
Electrical Safety
OSHA 1926 Subpart K
- GFCI protection on circuits?
- Extension cords good?
- Lockout/tagout followed?
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