New Jersey § 34:5-182
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 34:5-182, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34:5-182.
In order to protect the health and safety of employees against the effects of silicosis
and other respiratory diseases, the dry cutting of masonry units by means of hand-held,
gas-powered or electrical, portable chop saws or skill saws and the dry grinding of
masonry materials shall be prohibited, except in instances in which it is determined,
in a manner consistent with all applicable standards promulgated pursuant to the federal
Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ( 29 U.S.C. s.651 et seq. ), that the use of water in the cutting or grinding is not feasible. In any instance in which it is determined pursuant to this section that the use
of water in the cutting or grinding is not feasible: a. The employer shall use engineering and work practice controls to control the dust,
such as a vacuum with high efficiency particulate air filter, or other dust control
system; b. Any dry cutting which occurs shall be done in a designated area away from craftworkers
if possible; and c. The employer shall provide workers with full face respirators as part of a complete
respiratory program which includes training, the proper selection of respiratory cartridges
and fit-testing to ensure that the workers are able to wear the respirators. The provisions of this section shall not apply to emergency service personnel responding
to emergency situations.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 34:5-182
What does New Jersey Statutes § 34:5-182 cover?
Section 34:5-182 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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