Formulators|Aquaflex introduces Aquaflex Silica-Free Waterproof Concrete Repair (patent pending), a product line for patching, skim and self-leveling materials formulated free of respirable crystalline silica (RCS) content. Recently RCS has been identified by OSHA in its Final Rule as contributing to cancer, silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and kidney disease. Silicosis takes the lives of over 600 workers and 900 new cases are reported every year. The construction industry has one-year to comply with OSHA’s key provisions.
Key provisions in the OSHA Final Ruling include:
- Reduces the permissible exposure limit (PEL) for respirable crystalline silica (RCS) to 50 micrograms per cubic meter of air, averaged over an 8-hour shift. A microgram is 1 millionth of a gram.
- Requires employers to: use engineering controls (such as water or ventilation) to limit worker exposure to the PEL; provide respirators when engineering controls cannot adequately limit exposure; limit worker access to high exposure areas; develop a written exposure control plan, offer medical exams to highly exposed workers, and train workers on silica risks and how to limit exposures.
- Provides medical exams to monitor highly exposed workers and gives them information about their lung health.
- Provides flexibility to help employers — especially small businesses — protect workers from silica exposure.
For more information about the OSHA Final Ruling and the health effects of respirable crystalline silica dust visit the OSHA website at https://www.osha.gov/silica/.
Formulators prefers to work through its nationwide network of commercial contractors, independent sales associates and trained technicians. Aquaflex is now specified by several flooring manufacturers, national retailers and healthcare networks. Aquaflex is not just a proven advance in high moisture installation performance but also represents an evolution in clean, safe and environmentally responsible product development and manufacturing.
Aquaflex Silica-Free Concrete Repair performs under extreme conditions…
NO %RH limitations
NO pH limitations
Recommended with Aquaflex² Waterproof PSA Adhesive
Compatible with standard floor covering adhesives