About this course
Cutting, drilling and working with concrete, brick and stone can release harmful silica dust. This awareness course introduces the health risks and the importance of controlling exposure during everyday construction work. Watch the training video, then complete a short knowledge check to confirm your understanding.
What you will learn
- The main health risks associated with breathing in respirable crystalline silica, including silicosis and lung cancer.
- Common activities that can generate harmful silica dust.
- How water suppression and dust extraction help reduce exposure.
- When to ask your supervisor for further guidance or clarification.