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MOSH INSTRUCTION INSTRUCTION NUMBER: 08-7 EFFECTIVE DATE: October 1, 2008 SUBJECT: National Emphasis Program ( NEP) – Crystalline Silica ISSUANCE DATE: November 20 , 2008 CANCELLATION: None Purpose: The purpose of this Instruction is to significantly reduce /eliminate employee overexposures to crystalline silica and, therefore, control the health hazards associated with such exposures. This Instruction describes policy and procedures for participating in OSHA’s National Emphasis Program to identify and reduce or eliminate the health hazards associated with occupational exposure to crystalline silica. Scope: This instruction applies MOSH-wide References: OSHA Instruction, Directive Number CPL 03-00-007, January 24, 2008, National Emphasis Program – Crystalline Silica; Action: MOSH Regional and Consultation Supervisors shall ensure that all staff is trained in the contents of this instruction. Contact: Chief of MOSH Compliance Services 312 Marshall Avenue, Room 602 Laurel, Maryland 20707 (410) 880-4886 x312 By and Under the Authority of Roger Campbell Assistant Commissioner MOSH Instruction 08-7 November 20, 2008 Page 2 Summary Crystalline silica is an important industrial material, and occupational exposure occurs in a variety of workplace settings, including mining, manufacturing, construction, maritime, and agriculture. Processes associated historically with high rates of silicosis include sandblasting, sand-casting foundry operations, mining, tunneling, cement cutting and demolition, masonry work, and granite cutting. Appendix A provides further information on silica, including sources, industrial uses, and adverse health effects. Appendix B provides a list of North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) and Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes for industries in which