
CCOHS: Combustible Dust
Aug 28, 2025 · What is a combustible dust? A combustible dust is any material (finely divided solid particles) that has the ability disperse in air and catch fire and explode when exposed to …
A combustible dust is any material (finely divided solid particles) that has the ability disperse in air and catch fire and explode when exposed to an ignition source. Combustible dust may include …
CCOHS: Cleaning with Compressed Air
chip guards or curtains that can deflect flying dust or debris, extension tubes that provide the worker a safer working distance, or air guns equipped with injection exhausts and particle …
Third, using air to clean forces the dirt and dust particles into the air, making these contaminants airborne and creating a respiratory hazard. borne there is a risk of fire or explosion. Sources of …
CCOHS: Wood Dust - Health Effects
Aug 3, 2017 · Why is wood dust a health concern? Exposure to wood dust has been associated with health issues due to the natural chemicals in wood or substances in the wood, such as …
CCOHS: Lead - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
Aug 28, 2025 · Odourless. COMBUSTIBLE DUST. Dust may form explosive dust-air mixture. VERY TOXIC. Prolonged or repeated exposure causes damage to nervous system, kidneys, …
CCOHS: WHMIS - Hazard Classes and Categories
Aug 28, 2025 · Important Information Canada has aligned the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and …
CCOHS: Silica, quartz
Aug 28, 2025 · What is the WHMIS classification? Back to top According to the Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST), silica (quartz) can be …
CCOHS: Welding - Hot Work
Eliminate explosive atmospheres (e.g., vapours or combustible dust) or do not allow hot work. Shut down any process that produces combustible atmospheres, and continuously monitor the …
CCOHS: Health and Safety Report - Past Issues
Dec 10, 2025 · Combustible Dust, OSHA Investigation Report - Combustible Dust Hazard Study, United States Chemical Safety Board, PDF WHMIS site, Government of Canada More about …