In March of 2016, the United States Department of Labor issued new OSHA standards on how crystalline silica dust should be handled in various workplaces including within the construction industry. The changes are intended to limit workers’ exposure to and inhalation of silica dust on the jobsite. These regulations will replace the current standard, which was issued in 1971. Compliance with the new rules will be required on construction jobsites starting September 23, 2017, and will be enforced through OSHA from that time forward.
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Author: Todd Hamilton
Todd is a licensed engineer in the State of Michigan and has worked in the engineering field for more than 25 years. After graduating from Michigan State University with a B.S. in Civil Engineering, he worked in Engineering Consulting as a Project Manager and then with other product manufactures in technical sales before coming to Simpson Strong-Tie. Todd is a Senior Field Engineer in the Midwest and his experience includes Anchor Design, FRP design and Cold Form Steel design. While not at work, Todd enjoys any outdoor activities and Sporting events.