Question

which of the following options are ways to protect yourself from silica dust? participate in any air monitoring or training programs offered by your employer. change into disposable or washable work clothes at the worksite, if possible. wash hands and face before eating, drinking, smoking, or applying cosmetics outside of the exposure area. wear a respirator approved for protection against crystalline silica - containing dust, when

Explanation:

Participating in employer - offered air monitoring or training programs helps in understanding and preventing silica dust exposure. Changing into disposable or washable work clothes at the worksite reduces the spread of silica dust. Washing hands and face before eating, drinking, etc. outside the exposure area prevents ingestion of silica dust. Wearing an approved respirator directly protects against inhaling silica - containing dust.

Answer:

All of the above options are ways to protect oneself from silica dust. So, the answer includes:

• Participate in any air monitoring or training programs offered by your employer.
• Change into disposable or washable work clothes at the worksite, if possible.
• Wash hands and face before eating, drinking, smoking, or applying cosmetics outside of the exposure area.
• Wear a respirator approved for protection against crystalline silica - containing dust, when.