Mining Silica Dust Monitoring & Control Checklist [FREE PDF]
This mining silica dust monitoring and control checklist ensures mining operations comply with MSHA silica dust standards (30 CFR 56.5001), OSHA respirable crystalline silica standard (29 CFR 1910.1053), and NIOSH REL requirements. Industrial hygienists and safety managers use this to verify dust controls, air monitoring, and medical surveillance programs.
- Industry: Mining
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 25-35 minutes
- Role: Industrial Hygienist / Mine Safety Manager
- Total Items: 8
- Compliance: MSHA 30 CFR 56.5001-5005 (dust standards for metal/nonmetal mines), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1053 (respirable crystalline silica), NIOSH REL for silica (0.05 mg/m3), ACGIH TLV-TWA for respirable crystalline silica
Engineering Controls
Verify dust control engineering measures.
- Wet drilling or local exhaust used on all drill operations?
- Enclosed cabs with HEPA filtered air on haul trucks and excavators?
- Wet methods used for road watering, misting, or material transfer?
- Crushing, screening, and conveyor transfer points enclosed or wet-suppressed?
Air Monitoring & Medical Surveillance
Verify silica monitoring and medical surveillance.
- Periodic air monitoring conducted for high-exposure job tasks?
- Recent air monitoring results below MSHA/OSHA PEL?
- Medical surveillance (chest X-ray) program in place for silica-exposed workers?
- Silica control program notes
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Why Use This Mining Silica Dust Monitoring & Control Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This mining silica dust monitoring & control checklist [free pdf] helps mining teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for industrial hygienist / mine safety manager professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.
Ensures compliance with MSHA 30 CFR 56.5001-5005 (dust standards for metal/nonmetal mines), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1053 (respirable crystalline silica), NIOSH REL for silica (0.05 mg/m3), ACGIH TLV-TWA for respirable crystalline silica. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Mining Silica Dust Monitoring & Control Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?
This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Engineering Controls, Air Monitoring & Medical Surveillance. It is designed for mining operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 25-35 minutes.
Who should use this Mining Silica Dust Monitoring & Control Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This checklist is designed for Industrial Hygienist / Mine Safety Manager professionals in the mining industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.