The hierarchy of controls should underpin the dust control strategy adopted for metalliferous mining, so that occupational exposure to metalliferous dust can be controlled. Several metalliferous dust control measures may be required, and these contro
erosion control (3)
Following on from last week’s article, this second article focuses on use of bitumen from a health, safety and environmental perspective in non-traditional applications such as dust and erosion control. Bitumen is one of, if not the most widely used
Traditional Approach – Water
To date, the most widely utilized dust control measure has been particle agglomeration through the capillary effect of water. The balance between its efficacy and sustainability remains a cause for concern. Understanding
