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Silica. A standard that won’t go away!
What is Crystalline Silica? Silicon dioxide, that exists as a crystal, is in many different materials used across a variety of industries. Crystalline silica is found in sand, sandstone, granite and shale. It’s also found in cement, asphalt, dental supplies, brick, and other ceramics. It is regulated under OSHA General Industry standard 29 CFR 1910.1053…