Safer work starts with better knowledge.

Identify materials that may release harmful respirable dust.

A lack of visible dust does not prove air is safe.

Consider lower-dust methods and pre-cut materials.

Use suitable on-tool extraction where specified.

Use assessed wet suppression without introducing other hazards.

Avoid cleaning methods that put settled hazardous dust back into the air.

Do not use compressed air to blow hazardous dust from surfaces or clothing.

Keep dust-generating work separated from other people.

Use respiratory protection selected through a competent assessment.

Follow the required fit testing and face-seal arrangements.

Keep extraction equipment maintained and inspected.

Handle collected dust through the approved waste process.

Have competent personnel evaluate exposure where needed.

Consider people downwind and in adjoining work areas.

Use arrangements that prevent dusty clothing contaminating clean areas.

Participate in occupational health arrangements appropriate to exposure.

Reassess controls when material or cutting equipment changes.

Where will the dust go after it leaves the cutting point?