![]() ![]() In most cases, you can tell if workers could be exposed above the PEL. Some examples of risky - and dusty - tasks include: You might have to deem an area as “restricted” where construction activities kick up dust (and put workers at risk of silica dust exposure). When do I need to restrict access to a work area? Drive informed decision-making regarding personal protective equipment (PPE).Minimize the number of workers who are exposed to silica dust.Ensure workers are aware that they could be exposed to silica dust levels above OSHA’s personal exposure limit (PEL) when they enter.The purpose of having restricted access areas on site is to: In the context of the silica rule, a restricted access area is a part of a construction site that only certain personnel can enter due to the heightened risk of silica dust exposure. ![]() Restricted access areas 101ĭescribing how you’re going to restrict access to work areas is one of the things you’re required to include in your (also required) written exposure control plan ( 1926.1153(g)). “Restricted access area” is one example, so in this article we’re going to discuss exactly what it means in the context of the silica standard for construction.
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