Respirable crystalline silica dust can be generated by construction and demolition activities. Below are resources which provide guidance on reducing silica dust exposure during construction and demolition work.
WorkSafe Queensland
Inhaling respirable crystalline silica (RCS) can lead to serious lung conditions such as silicosis.
Lung Foundation Australia
This booklet is for workers in the construction industry and provides information on silica dust. This booklet was developed as part of the National Silicosis Prevention and Awareness Campaign that Lung Foundation Australia run on an annual basis.
Breathe Freely Australia
A concise summary of the health hazards arising from the construction industry and how the Breathe Freely Australia campaign aims to address them.