Workshop: Silica Exposure and Lung Disease in the Mining Industry

The Respirable Mine Dust Partnership (RMDP) workshop will provide a forum to review existing literature and scientific studies regarding quartz exposure among miners and provide recommendations addressing shortcomings in the exposure data. The two-day workshop will include panel discussions and presentations involving representatives from labor, industry, coal and MNM operators, trade associations, equipment manufacturers, academia, health professionals, consultants, and State and Federal organizations.

Please use the following link for information about the event.

https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/content/SilicaExposureMiningWorkshop.html