iQ PowerTools Partners with NTCA to Educate on Silicosis
Via iQ’s Virtual Visitor, a mobile digital broadcast platform, hundreds of contractors, installers and guests joined in on two webinars, both of which can be accessed on YouTube at
SILICA 1 (Medical) Webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mDcFTB4olo
SILICA 2 (OSHA) Webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FVarLv3T9k&feature=youtu.be
The first, held in November, featured Paul Guth, iQ’s President, Bart Bettiga, Executive Director of the NTCA, Jim Olson, Assistant Executive Director of the NTCA, Mark Heinlein, Training Director of the NTCA, Dr. Levy, Medical Spokesperson for the American Lung Association and Sarah Hurtado, iQ’s Marketing Manager. It focused primarily on medical aspects and negative effects of silica dust. “This wasn’t your typical, same old Silica discussion,” stated Paul Guth. “We really drove the message home about the seriousness of the health hazards associated with silica exposure. Dr. Levy from the ALA explained, in everyday language, what workers in the construction industry really need to know sharing the traumatic experiences of his patients.”
In December, the same group of panelists (sans the doctor) took to the airways again with two OSHA Compliance Assistance Specialists joining in on the discussion. This roundtable covered everything from PEL (permissible exposure limits) to procedures and tools and tolerance. “This second webinar dug deep into compliance and what contractors need to know on the jobsite,” added Hurtado. “Hearing from OSHA representatives helped to amplify the importance of compliance; the do’s and the don’ts to keep yourself and your crew safe.”
Bart Bettiga concluded, “The NTCA is committed to providing important and accurate information for our members. Raising awareness of the OSHA Respirable Silica Rule and its harmful effects resulting from workers failing to properly control potentially harmful dust is something we have taken very seriously. We were honored to be a co-presenter from these esteemed panels. I encourage those unable to attend to visit the links.”
About iQ Power Tools
iQ Power Tools manufactures a comprehensive range of premium power tools with integrated dust collection systems for the concrete, masonry, hardscape and tile sectors. The company was founded by third-generation masons Joel and Paul Guth, who have logged over 30 years each in the masonry industry. Decades of experience taught them about dust problems; their company started out creating tools to solve their own problems only to realize these same issues affected all contractors’… mess, money and a threat to the health and safety of the industry. iQ Power Tools envisions a future where their innovation helps create a 100% dust free environment: jobsites are safer, work practices are healthier... and, the construction industry becomes even more sustainable.
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