THE ISSUE

Silicosis is a form of occupational lung disease caused by the inhalation of silica dust. The inhalation of this dust causes damage and scarring to the tissue in the lungs. Common industries and operation where crystalline silica are found include construction and glass products, concrete products, and foundries, cut stone products, railroad track maintenance, abrasive blasting. Occupational exposure to respirable crystalline silica occurs when cutting, sawing, drilling, and crushing of concrete, brick, ceramic tiles, rock, and stone products. THE DANGER AND HARM CAUSED BY SILICIOSIS ? Health Effects of Crystalline Silica Exposure Silicosis is an incurable lung disease caused by inhalation of […]