NIOSH lists irritation of the eyes, skin, and mucous membranes, cough, sneezing, rhinorrhea, and lacrimation for limestone exposure and identifies the respiratory system as a target organ.
Source: CDC/NIOSH: NIOSH Pocket Guide — Limestone ↗Dust entry
Limestone dust
White to tan limestone powder covered by the NIOSH Pocket Guide.
Airborne form
dust
The form describes what is suspended in air at the point of exposure. A material can produce more than one form, such as dust during handling and fume during heating.
Health effects
eye irritationskin irritationmucous-membrane irritationcoughsneezingrunny nosewatery eyes
Evidence
Controls
- dust containment
- local exhaust ventilation
- skin and eye protection
- exposure monitoring
- appropriate respiratory protection