Legislative changes and community pressure across Australia are combining to place airborne dust pollution and dust-related lung disease firmly on the national agenda over the next 12 months.
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Cancer Council urges reduction in silica dust exposure
A campaign to highlight the dangers of exposure to silica dust has been launched by Cancer Council Australia to raise awareness for those working in high-risk industries.
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WA tightens silica, coal dust exposure standards
The Western Australian Government is set to halve the workplace exposure standards for crystalline silica and coal dust to reduce the risk of mine workers contracting lung diseases.
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QLD puts coal, silica dust under tighter limits
Queensland’s reduction of respirable coal and silica dust limits have taken effect after announcing its commitment late last year.
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