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Department of Labor Announces Proposed Rule to Reduce Silica Dust Exposure, Better Protect Miners' Health
June 30, 2023
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The U.S. Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration issued the following news release:

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Unhealthy levels of silica dust linked to serious workplace illnesses

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The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a proposal by its Mine Safety and Health Administration to amend current federal standards to better protect the nation's miners from health hazards related to exposure to respirable crystall . . .

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