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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that approximately 1.7 million U.S. workers are exposed to crystalline silica-containing dust. Workers in industries such as mining, construction, abrasive blasting, and manufacturing are at risk for occupational exposure to silica dust.
- Information for Mine Workers
Silicosis usually develops after years of exposure to low...
- Resources & Materials
Crystalline Silica Topic Page provides guidance for...
- What Physicians Need to Know
What is silicosis and why are workers at risk? Silicosis is...
- Information for Mine Workers
What is silicosis and why are workers at risk? Silicosis is an incurable interstitial fibronodular lung disease frequently characterized by pulmonary fibrosis as the result of exposure to respirable crystalline silica dust.
Silicosis is associated with a number of occupations and industries. Tunnel workers, often known as sandhogs, breathe in massive amounts of silica dust as they dig, blast, and grind through underground rock. They were the first to be diagnosed with silicosis after creating New York’s legendary subway system.
The Department is committed to minimizing employee exposure to silica through using a hierarchy of controls: of engineering controls, work practice controls, personal protective equipment (PPE).
As independent contractors, gig workers lack access to a stable benefits package. Workers Benefit Fund works with platforms, labor unions, and policy leaders to provide health and other benefits to millions of workers in today’s rapidly expanding gig economy.
Workers exposed to silica dust from cutting or installing quartz countertops who are diagnosed with pneumoconiosis or silicosis may qualify for various forms of assistance, including workers’ compensation, Social Security disability benefits, and potential compensation from the manufacturers of quartz and other engineered countertop products.
Are you suffering from silicosis? This devastating lung disease is a risk many New York City construction workers feel they must take. Know your rights.
