Temporary workers face the same risks as staff but with less site familiarity. Clear rules, fast inductions, and ready-to-use controls protect people and keep projects moving.

Induct fast, brief clearly

• Five-minute dust briefing: key hazards (RCS, wood dust), site hotspots, and prohibited practices (sweeping, compressed air).
• State expected controls for common tasks: cutting, drilling, sanding, cleanup.

Plan the task before tools start

• Pre-task assessment: can dust be eliminated, suppressed, or enclosed?
• Confirm power, water, and waste routes; allocate time for setup and cleaning.
• Define clean/dirty zones and walkways to prevent migration.

Equip and supervise

• Provide or verify suitable portable systems for capture at source and airborne control.
• Set RPE rules: fit-tested respirators matched to the dust; check seals and filters.
• Specify PPE for eyes, skin, and hearing; replace damaged items promptly.

Execute and verify

• Measure peaks with a simple PM meter where work is highest risk.
• Record airflow under load for LEV; change filters when performance drops.
• Vacuum-only housekeeping; bag waste at source and remove daily.

Practical takeaways

• Put dust rules into the contractor pack and toolbox talks.
• Use portable extraction/air cleaning and enforce PPE that fits the task.
• Zone work, control migration, and clean with industrial vacuums only.
• Log readings and maintenance to evidence COSHH compliance.

With simple, enforced controls and clear expectations on portable systems and PPE, contractors can work efficiently while keeping exposure within safe limits.