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Respirable Crystalline Silica (30 CFR Part 60) – Frequently Asked Questions


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Updated July 29, 2024

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60.1 – Scope; Compliance Dates

 

60.10 – Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL)

 

60.11 – Methods of Compliance

 

60.12 – Exposure Monitoring

 

60.13 – Corrective Actions

 

60.14 – Respiratory Protection

 

60.15 – Medical Surveillance for Metal and Non-Metal Mines

 

60.16 – Recordkeeping Requirements

 

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