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HS&E MAP practice question: Construction dust and silica (4 of 4)

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At the end of a dusty job, a worker starts dry sweeping the floor.

What is a better way to clean up?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Leave it for the next trade
  2. B. Sweep faster to get it over with
  3. C. A suitable vacuum, or wet methods
  4. D. Use compressed air to blow it away
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Answer: C

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. The dust is still a hazard.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Faster sweeping raises more dust.
  • C. Right: Right. HSE says avoid dry sweeping. Use a suitable vacuum or wet cleaning, so dust isn't raised.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Compressed air spreads dust into the air.

Explanation

Clean up dust with a suitable vacuum or wet methods. Don't dry sweep or use compressed air.

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