Help & FAQ's
Here you can find silica exposure analysis and control-related information. You can also find tool usage information and support.
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Technical Support Questions
If you are having problems with accessing the tool or using a feature, or you have any other questions regarding Silica Control ToolTM usage, please contact our Help Desk by E-mail or Phone: (604) 636-0327
New & Notable
Silica Control ToolTM Orientation
Silica Control Team
This guide gives an overview of how to use the Silica Control ToolTM.
Exposure Health Risks
WorkSafeBC
This guide details the health effects associated with occupational exposure to RCS dust.
Work Activities & Definitions
Silica Control Team
Work activities in the Mining Silica Control ToolTM are aligned with these definitions.
Exposure LevelI can't find my work activity. What next?
Silica Control Team
If you can't find your work activity, first determine if there's a similar work activity in the Silica Control Tool that can be reasonably used as a comparable.
Amorphous silica vs. Crystalline silica
Silica Control Team
Silica molecules can combine into different forms. Two of these forms are amorphous silica, and crystalline silica.