General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
Concrete and some mortars contain crystalline silica. Cutting them can produce very fine respirable dust.
The finest particles are invisible; air that appears clear does not prove that exposure is harmless.
Breathing crystalline silica can cause silicosis and contribute to lung cancer. Prevention aims to reduce exposure.
The employer assesses materials and processes, then seeks methods that produce less dust where possible.
Wet work can reduce emissions without eliminating them. Extraction at source and suitable checks still need consideration.
Clarify the tool, extraction and maintenance with the supervisor. Suitable respiratory protection may be needed if collective controls are insufficient.
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