4 - Dust Control Measures:
    A general overview




CONTENT


INTRODUCTION


4.1 - Control at the Source

4.2 - Engineering Controls
- Preventive Maintenance

4.3 - Work Practices

4.4 - Housekeeping
- Storage, Transportation, Handling of Bags
- Prevention of Spillage/Spread of Contamination
- Investigate
- Eliminate or Reduce Spillage
- Make Cleaning Easier
- Cleaning Techniques and Procedures
- Equipment and Techniques
- Asbestos Waste
- Procedure
- Responsibility for Cleaning
- Cleaning Schedules

4.5 - Personal Protective Devices




FIGURES


Figure 1 - Schematic Diagram of a Basic Local Ventilation System

Figure 2 - A Bag Opening Station

Figure 3 - Conveyor Enclosure for Conveyor Belt Dumping or Transfer

Figure 4 - Enclosure for Textile Carding Machine

Figure 5 - Static Pressure Reading Form

Figure 6 - Bags Inspection

Figure 7 - Dust Collectors Inspection Sheet

Figure 8 - Technique for Illuminating a Dust Cloud With a Tyndall Beam

Figure 9 - History of Dust Control at an Asbestos-Cement Plant


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