The recently implemented OSHA silica standards for construction and general industry have created many questions for contractors faced with implementing practical solutions to ensure compliance.
Contractors and employers face many challenges in their day-to-day work environments. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to compliance and it often requires significant investments of time and money. Nevertheless, safety professionals’ efforts are worthwhile and necessary. We protect workers as well as the bottom line while reducing risk across the full operation.
The Industrial Hygiene Practice Specialty of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) developed this resource guide to help contractors currently grappling with questions and confusion. The guide pulls together critical questions with short answers and resources for more detailed information.