Hammer Drills vs. Rotary Hammers (SDS)Why does OSHA Table 1 mandate shroud dust extraction when drilling concrete indoors?70%Next Correct IncorrectConcrete contains crystalline silica. Microscopic airborne silica dust causes irreversible silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and lung cancer.Why does OSHA Table 1 mandate shroud dust extraction when drilling concrete indoors?To keep workers' boots cleanTo prevent concrete dust from drying outTo cool the drill bit with suction airTo capture microscopic crystalline silica dust that causes irreversible silicosis and lung scarring70%Back To Top
