Posted By Phil Hussey Has any colleague any experience of dust/silica hazards arising from the recycling of glass, the process involves crushing the glass very small particles. Any information would be gratefully received.

Posted By David Allan Phil Details from HSE website - Roger appears to be principal contact for that sector. Roger Monaghan (Newcastle under Lyme) 01782 602386 roger.monaghan@hse.gsi.gov.uk In meantime - I would treat like any other silica problem and don't let anyone breathe it in as it can cause lung disease. Silica has an MEL (Max exposure limit ie never exceed)of 0.3mg/m3 for respirable dust (breathed into gas exchange part of lung. A full CoSHH assessment will be required but: Need to monitor to see if you have a problem - if you can see a fair amount then you probably have a problem. Wear dust masks (need to ensure correct ones) in short term until engineering controls can be implemented eg extract ventilation, enclosures etc. Will also need regular monitoring, PPE for tasks such as cleaning etc, perhaps Health surveillance and all staff to be informed of hazards and health effects and trained in the use of controls. Trust this helps to get started. David