The Dust Control Insider

The Dust Control Insider - Episode 4 - Let's Talk Hierarchy of Controls

Safety is a critical priority in tunnelling and underground mining, where workers face unique and often severe hazards, including airborne dust.
The recent spotlight on silicosis cases in tunnelling has reinforced what industry professionals have long understood — dust control isn’t a single-solution issue. It requires a comprehensive, well-integrated management plan that combines multiple complementary control measures.
The hierarchy of controls is widely accepted approach for reducing or eliminating occupational hazards and ensuring worker safety, while optimising operational efficiency. Developed by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and widely adopted globally, this model ranks control measures by their effectiveness, from the most impactful to the least.
In today’s episode Dr Peter Stowasser and Andrew Fanning talk through each of the levels (Elimination, Substitution, Engineering Controls, Administrative Controls and PPE) and provide some practical advice and insight into what can be done to manage risks from dust and fumes.
 
 

The Dust Control Insider - Episode 3 - Let's Talk Ducting

This episode explores the importance of ducting design and decision-making processes in sizing dust collectors.
Dr Peter Stowasser also shares insights on his doctorate in Mathematics, his research on Epistemic Cognition and draws correlation between mathematics and his involvement in dust control. 
 

The Dust Control Insider - Episode 2 - Let's Talk Filtration Velocity

In this episode of Dust Control Insider, Dr. Peter Stowasser and Andrew Fanning delve into the intricacies of dust control and air quality management. They discuss the critical role of filtration velocity in dust collectors, the consequences of incorrect sizing, and practical insights from listener questions. The conversation also covers the importance of continuous operation for dust collectors and the significance of choosing the right manufacturer and filters for optimal performance.

The Dust Control Insider - Episode 1

Welcome to the first full episode of the Dust Control Insider 
We'll talk about: 
Why we've decided to launch this podcast
The Importance of Dust Control
Challenges in Dust Control Decision Making
Productivity and Dust Control
Key Takeaways for Dust Control Solutions
 

The Dust Control Insider Teaser Episode

Hosts, Dr Peter Stowasser and Andrew Fanning introduce what to expect from the Dust Control Insider weekly podcast.