Blog / Understanding Dust Hazards in Brick Production
21 MARCH 2023
Understanding dust hazards in brick production is essential in ensuring a safe and successful manufacturing process. Dust can be a significant issue in brick production, as it can create an unhealthy environment for workers and contributes to air pollution. It is important to understand the sources of dust and the steps that can be taken to reduce dust hazards.
Employers should implement effective dust control measures such as adequate ventilation and dust suppression systems to reduce dust hazards. Employers should also ensure that raw materials are stored properly and finished products are handled carefully. By taking these steps, employers can help to reduce dust hazards in brick production.
The most common sources of dust in brick production are:
This can produce a lot of fine particles that can accumulate in the air to form dust cloud, but often the dust is so fine the naked eye cannot see it. The raw materials used in making bricks, such as clay, shale, and sand, can also contribute to dust in the production process. Finally, improper installation of machinery and equipment can also lead to dust in brick production.
Breathing in brick dust can be very dangerous as it can contain silica particles, otherwise known as Respirable crystalline silica (RCS). RCS can cause various respiratory issues, such as silicosis, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung cancer. Inhaling these particles can also irritate the eyes, nose, and throat and can cause coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. Exposure to these particles over time can lead to long-term health problems, including lung scarring and reduced lung capacity. It is important to limit exposure to brick dust through LEV Systems and to wear protective equipment when working with it.
Silica dust is airborne particulate matter containing tiny particles of respirable crystalline silica. It is produced when materials containing silica, such as sand, rock, concrete, and other construction materials, are disturbed and become airborne. A brick has up to 30% silica content.
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