About this module
Dust occurs naturally and from man-made activities like mining, including blasting, crushing, grinding, cleaning, and product sizing. The mining industry recognises dust as a problematic hazard, especially as dust can impact your health. This module provides a fundamental level of knowledge and understanding of dust in line with the Recognised Standard 20 (RS20) - Dust Control in surface mines 2019, a component of the Queensland Coal Mining Safety and Health Act 1999. It explores what dust is, how to identify dust and its associated risks, its negative health effects, and the controls used to manage the associated risks.
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GCG
GCG, one of Australia's leading workplace health and occupational hygiene specialists, has collaborated with Kognent to deliver training for staff and clients, contributing to the safety of all people involved.
Learning outcomes
  • know what the components of airborne dust are
  • understand what coal dust is
  • know what silica is
  • know what inhalable and respirable dust is
  • understand the effects of airborne dust on a person
  • recognise the types of mine dust lung disease
  • identify high-risk exposure areas on site
  • know how to mitigate and manage the impacts of airborne dust on coal mine workers
  • understand how the hierarchy of controls for dust management is applied
  • overview of testing and monitoring for airborne dust in the workplace and acceptable levels
  • know relevant coal health assessment components for respiratory health.
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