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Design Philosophy:

Dust

Objective

The objective is to minimise risks related to exposure to respirable dust, Diesel Particulate Matter (DPM) and other airborne hazards to ALARP, including consideration in design for foreseeable human error.

Outcome

The intended design outcome should include the following: Engineered controls which will maintain levels of dust, DPM and airborne hazards within the operator compartment below Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) as set forth by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH)

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Risks to be Mitigated

Risk of dust, DPM and other airborne hazards within operating compartments due to open or no windows/doors in compartments that are not sealed and climate controlled

(13 resources)


Risk of a failure of a critical control system due to the presence of particulates within the driving compartment that may damage electronic, computer, or equipment controls through a variety of mechanisms (bridging, abrasion, etc.)


Risk of exposure to dust when leaving the cab

(3 resources)


Risk of exposure to fibres in lining materials

(3 resources)


Risk of exposure to fluid and other chemical vapours

(9 resources)



Examples of Industry Attempts to Mitigate Risks

Addition of air conditioning and pressurisation systems

(7 resources)


Sealing of cabs with gaskets, caulk, or similar means

(1 resources)


After-market air filtration systems

(5 resources)


Installation of vacuum cleaners rather than using compressed air


Replacement of sliding windows with fixed windows




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