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30 October 2006 - Amicus launch Guide For
Control of Silica Dust
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In a bid to protect workers from the illnesses associated with Silica dust,
Amicus have launched their "Guide for the control of Silica dust."
The guide was launched as part of the European Safety Week.
Safety representatives were issued with the guide and a call to all employers
within industries using Silica was made by Amicus to start negotiations for
implementation of the Social Dialogue agreement, in order to remove risks and
hazards associated with working with Silica.
An estimation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) of approximately
90,000 employees within such industries as brick-making, quarries, mining and
foundries are at risk from the hazards of Silica dust.
Bud Hudspith, Amicus Health and Safety Officer said:
"'Amicus wants employers to start negotiations with us to eliminate silica
dust as a health hazard.
"Silicosis is a terrible condition and we will do all we can to minimise
the risks to our members."
The new Guide, plus other information on Silica dust, can be accessed from
the Amicus Webpage, specific to Silica, by clicking the following:
Amicus Webpage on Silica
Article by Alexandra Johnston
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