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It's not just dust! What you should know about silicosis and crystalline silica

Tells you about the hazards of crystalline silica and teaches you about silicosis, what causes it, and how to prevent it.


Silica - An Oregon OSHA pocket reference

A quick pocket reference guide for addressing silica safety and health concerns


Nail salons: How to be safe at work

Did you know that there are about 14,500 certified nail technicians working in Oregon? This rapidly growing profession provides services such as manicures, applying artificial nails, and pedicures. Many technicians may not know that prolonged exposure to chemicals in nail polish, polish removers, and nail hardeners can harm them if they don't use them properly.


Nail salons: How to be safe at work

Did you know that there are about 14,500 certified nail technicians working in Oregon? This rapidly growing profession provides services such as manicures, applying artificial nails, and pedicures. Many technicians may not know that prolonged exposure to chemicals in nail polish, polish removers, and nail hardeners can harm them if they don't use them properly.


Fact Sheet: Wood dust

Describes health and safety hazards of wood dust


Fact sheet: Safety and health hazards in nail salons

There are more than 14,000 nail care technicians working in Oregon This rapidly growing profession provides services such as manicures, applying artificial nails, and pedicures. Many technicians may not know that prolonged exposure to chemicals in nail polish, polish removers, and nail hardeners can harm them if they don't use them properly. Oregon OSHA addresses the problem with this fact sheet for salon owners and educators.


Fact Sheet: Mold

Describes effects and dangers of mold in buildings, with information on evaluating buildings for mold growth, sampling, and subsequent remediation.



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