{"id":546,"date":"2024-07-09T11:12:45","date_gmt":"2024-07-09T08:12:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/?p=546"},"modified":"2024-07-10T13:06:04","modified_gmt":"2024-07-10T10:06:04","slug":"kristalin-silika-tehlikeler-ve-solunum-korumasi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/kristalin-silika-tehlikeler-ve-solunum-korumasi\/","title":{"rendered":"Crystalline Silica \u2013 Hazards and Respiratory Protection"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Crystalline silica is ubiquitous in various fields of activity, such as construction, quarries, glass works or even foundries.\u00a0<\/strong>alveolar powder<\/strong>\u00a0In its form, it poses a real danger to the health of workers when inhaled. Our experts tell you this\u00a0harmful dust<\/strong>\u00a0features and to be used\u00a0will demonstrate respiratory protection equipment.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Dangers of silica<\/h2>\n

What is crystalline silica?<\/h3>\n
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Silica is an element found in many minerals in different forms, especially in crystalline or amorphous form. Its pure form crystallizes under different temperature and pressure conditions. Among them:\u00a0quartz<\/strong>\u00a0,\u00a0tridymite<\/strong>\u00a0And\u00a0cristobalite is found<\/strong>\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Crystalline silica is a common element in the earth's crust. Indeed, sand, granite, concrete, stone, etc. It is also found in many mineral-based construction materials such as.\u00a0less than 5 micrometers<\/strong>\u00a0Respirable alveolar powder of crystalline silica (defined by its ability to reach the lung alveoli), having a size smaller than (microns),\u00a0produced by many professional activities<\/strong>\u00a0. A real thing when inhaled\u00a0health hazard<\/strong>\u00a0creates .<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Health effects<\/h3>\n
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Crystalline silica, known<\/strong>\u00a0It is classified as a human carcinogen (group 1)\u00a0. Exposure to and inhalation of such dust\u00a0A lot<\/strong>\u00a0It may cause health problems:<\/p>\n

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  • eye inflammation<\/li>\n
  • bronchitis<\/li>\n
  • emphysema<\/li>\n
  • tuberculosis<\/li>\n
  • immune system damage<\/li>\n
  • autoimmune diseases<\/li>\n
  • lung cancer<\/li>\n
  • silicosis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The fact that this potentially lethal substance is dangerous to the body means that safety precautions must be taken for all exposed persons.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

    exposure situations<\/h3>\n
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    Exposure to crystalline silica dust<\/strong>\u00a0It is a ubiquitous risk in many areas of activity, especially on construction sites and certain workshops. In France alone, ANSES (French National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety) estimates that approximately 365,000 workers are affected by exposure to this element in their occupational activities.<\/p>\n

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    Occupational fields affected by crystalline silica risk:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    • Construction \/ Building works<\/li>\n
    • stone cutting<\/li>\n
    • Cement production and use<\/li>\n
    • Ceramics and porcelain production<\/li>\n
    • glass works<\/li>\n
    • Dental prosthesis production<\/li>\n
    • Foundry<\/li>\n
    • Plastic production<\/li>\n
    • Mines and quarries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

      Silica: regulation and prevention<\/h2>\n

      Regulations<\/h3>\n
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      Hazards caused by the presence of crystalline silica in many occupational activities\u00a0strict regulations<\/strong>\u00a0It leads to . In France and Europe, exposure to this substance is limited by law to certain levels.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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      Occupational exposure limit value over 8 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Crystalline silica\u00a0:<\/strong><\/td>\nOEL mg\/m3<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      alveolar\u00a0quartz<\/strong>\u00a0dust<\/td>\n0.1mg\/m3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      alveolar\u00a0cristobalite<\/strong>\u00a0dust<\/td>\n0.05mg\/m3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      alveolar\u00a0tridymite<\/strong>\u00a0dust<\/td>\n0.05mg\/m3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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      Additionally, since 1997 crystalline silica has been classified as a carcinogen by IARC (WHO International Agency for Research on Cancer). This classification, and its recognition by various national authorities,\u00a0allows employers to identify certain CMR agents (carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic to reproduction)\u00a0requires regulatory obligations.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

      Preventing the danger of silica<\/h3>\n
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      Dangers of crystalline silica<\/strong>\u00a0and in the face of applicable regulations,\u00a0 prevention plays an important role in various applications exposed to such respirable dust.\u00a0This dust in working environments<\/strong>\u00a0Many arrangements can be made to minimize its formation. Among these collective protection and security measures we note:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      • wet job<\/li>\n
      • workstations isolation<\/li>\n
      • Use of dust extraction cabinets<\/li>\n
      • mechanization of hazardous work<\/li>\n
      • risk assessment<\/li>\n
      • working atmosphere control<\/li>\n
      • enhanced monitoring of exposed workers<\/li>\n
      • thorough cleaning of exposed areas<\/li>\n
      • Use of PPE (personal protective equipment)<\/li>\n
      • Proper care of PPE used<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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        Finally, in addition to these preventive measures, such as\u00a0asbestos respiratory protection,\u00a0concerned persons (employees, workers) need to be systematically informed about the risks posed by the presence of crystalline silica.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

        Silica protective equipment<\/h2>\n
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        Crystalline silica exposure prevention methods should be accompanied by personal protective equipment.\u00a0<\/strong>respiratory protection mask<\/strong>\u00a0use\u00a0and\u00a0dust jacket<\/strong>\u00a0Wearing it ensures that exposure to danger is minimized.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

        Silica respiratory protection mask<\/h3>\n
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        In addition to various precautionary measures, to ensure the safety of workers exposed to crystalline silica\u00a0into fine particles<\/strong>\u00a0It is also important to wear a specially adapted respiratory protection mask.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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        Nowadays ultrafine particles<\/strong>\u00a0There are very few dust masks that can filter\u00a0. In fact, most\u00a0gas mask filter\u00a0manufacturers offer equipment that filters particles in the 1 to 0.6 micron range.\u00a0Breathable crystalline silica powder with a diameter of less than 5 microns<\/strong>\u00a0Since particles up to 0.3 \u00b5m are regularly present, these are not filtered out by protective devices. Exposure to such particles requires the use of very high-performance filters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        For this purpose, our experts recommend the use of the GVS Elipse mask with P3 filter.<\/p>\n

        This respiratory protection mask is ergonomic, easy to use, very comfortable to wear and\u00a0high precision filters<\/strong>\u00a0has .\u00a0GVS mask technology,\u00a0HESPA\u00ae (High Efficiency Synthetic Particulate Air Filter) multilayer pleated filter<\/strong>\u00a0uses . These P3 filters have a minimum efficiency of 99.95% or greater for 0.3 micron particles. They have a Nominal Protection Factor (PNF) of 40 (reducing dust concentration between the outside and inside of the mask by 40%). These filters are effective up to a maximum of 50 times the OEL. All these features make this mask ideal for protection against alveolar crystalline silica dust.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

        Powered air-purifying respirators for long-term operation<\/h4>\n
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        For operators working in contact with silica for extended periods of time, we recommend using\u00a0powered air-purifying respirators, which are the most effective way to filter respiratory protection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        CleanSpace Pro, ALL IN ONE\u00a0It is an electric air purifying respirator.<\/strong>\u00a0. Without cables and with a motor block located at the base of the neck, the user is protected against fine particles and enjoys complete freedom of movement. It is completely suitable for the construction industry or quarries where workers are in contact with silica dust for long hours. It is innovative, adjusts the airflow according to the user's breathing and has 14 hours of autonomy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        The PureFlo\u00a03000 powered air purifying helmet\u00a0has an integrated motor and filter inside. It covers the entire respiratory tract, head and face. It is wireless, offering the user ease of use regardless of operating time.\u00a0HEPA filter<\/strong>\u00a0Equipped with PureFlo 3000, it effectively protects against aerosols and small particles such as lead or crystalline silica. Therefore it is suitable for the construction, cement and sandblasting industries.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        Dust protective suit<\/h3>\n
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        To maximize protection against crystalline silica particles\u00a0dust dress<\/strong>\u00a0It is also recommended to wear This type of PPE,\u00a0protective suit or HAZMAT suit, provides a barrier against respirable dust exposure. This is reusable or disposable protection\u00a0, particle contamination<\/strong>\u00a0and should be used to prevent them from being carried outside the workplace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        Our expert team recommends wearing an NS Series coverall when\u00a0silica dust is present. This type 5 and 6 are disposable\u00a0personal protective equipment,<\/strong> Provides category 3 protection against liquid splashes and dust. Ergonomically designed, this product offers comfort and prevents substances from entering thanks to retractable arms, 2-piece diamond tights and elastic tightening. Suitable for cement and mining industries.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        Another form of protective clothing is equally effective in combating fine dust particles and is suitable for workers who come into contact with crystalline silica.\u00a0The TS series microporous combination\u00a0features an adhesive tape seal to prevent dust penetration. It is made of polyethylene and fits tightly to the body, offering comfort and ease of movement when working with silica. Stonemasons and construction workers may find it perfect for their applications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        GTC Industrial is at your service for the selection of your chemical clothing and respiratory protection equipment. Feel free to contact us for information or to request a quote.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

        Kristalin silika, in\u015faat, ta\u015f ocaklar\u0131, cam i\u015fleri veya hatta d\u00f6k\u00fcmhaneler gibi \u00e7e\u015fitli faaliyet alanlar\u0131nda her yerde bulunur.\u00a0Alveoler toz\u00a0formunda , solundu\u011funda \u00e7al\u0131\u015fanlar\u0131n sa\u011fl\u0131\u011f\u0131 i\u00e7in ger\u00e7ek bir tehlike olu\u015fturur. Uzmanlar\u0131m\u0131z size bu\u00a0zararl\u0131 tozun\u00a0\u00f6zelliklerini\u00a0ve\u00a0kullan\u0131lacak\u00a0solunum koruma ekipman\u0131n\u0131 g\u00f6sterecektir.   Silikan\u0131n tehlikeleri Kristalin silika nedir? Silika, \u00e7ok say\u0131da mineralde farkl\u0131 formlarda, \u00f6zellikle kristal veya amorf halde bulunan bir elementtir. Saf […]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":547,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-546","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-haberler"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/546","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=546"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/546\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1120,"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/546\/revisions\/1120"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/547"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=546"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=546"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gazolcum.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=546"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}