Start date: 03/09/2025
Duration: 45 Minutes 1- 1.45pm
Location: Online
Cost: FREE
Programme overview
FREE Webinar: Protecting Workers from Silica Dust – Essential Guidance for the Construction Industry
Silica dust is one of the most serious health hazards facing workers in construction. Prolonged exposure to respirable crystalline silica can cause irreversible lung diseases such as silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and even lung cancer. With thousands of workers in Ireland at risk every year, understanding how to control and prevent silica dust exposure is vital for both worker safety and compliance with HSA regulations.
To address this critical issue, Catherine Healy, Occupational Hygienist at Shorcontrol Safety, will host a FREE 45 minute webinar tailored for construction employers, site managers, and safety professionals. With a PhD in Occupational Health & Hygiene, a BOHS Diploma in Professional Competence in Occupational Hygiene, and over 13 years of practical experience, Catherine brings unparalleled expertise in occupational health. Her PhD research focused specifically on respirable crystalline silica exposure among stone workers, and her findings have been published in leading occupational hygiene journals.
By attending this webinar, you will learn:
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The serious health risks associated with silica dust exposure
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Practical control measures to protect workers on-site
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Best practice strategies to ensure compliance with HSA standards
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your organisation’s approach to worker health and safety.
For more information or to book contact Laura at 087 3688491 or cpskillnet@cif.ie.