Silica Dust Vacuum Cleaner

Silicosis and the Long-term Effects of Silica Exposure

Silicosis is an incurable lung disease that results from breathing in silica dust. It’s caused by the build-up of scar tissue in the lungs, which can lead to shortness of breath, excess phlegm, coughing, and general fatigue. Silica exposure is responsible for over 800 deaths each year, according to the CDC. High-risk industries include construction, mining, quarrying, and stone masonry, but you can also be exposed to silica in industrial settings, even if you’re not in one of those fields.

So how to manage the Silica dust..?

Silica dust is hard to manage. Heavy and super fine makes it almost impossible to handle with Inadequate tools. An Industrial Vacuum with Strong and constant suction power, Over Size HEPA filters and a Dual Filteration method can make this task easy.

Other methods to Prevent Silica Exposures

There are several ways to prevent silica exposure, including the following:

• Change and clean your respirator filters regularly
• Respirators aren’t fool-proof, so you need to replace the filter regularly
• Make sure to use the right respirator for the job
• Make sure that your PPE has been cleaned or replaced
• Avoid working in dusty environments when you can
• Use the right tools for the job
• Be aware that certain materials are more likely to contain silica
• Stay up to date on workplace regulations
• Educate your employees about the risks and how to prevent them Silica exposure is most commonly caused by poor work practices, such as failing to wear the right PPE or working in a dusty environment.