Major change ahead for food manufacturers and bakeries: for the first time, flour dust now has a dedicated workplace exposure limit — 0.5 mg/m³ (8-hour TWA) under Australia’s new Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) framework. This is a tenfold reduction from old benchmarks, meaning air monitoring, improved ventilation, and updated PPE programs will be essential before enforcement begins. These updates form part of wider national reforms lowering exposure limits across multiple industries —...

Flour dust is a common hazard in bakeries and industrial kitchens across Australia. Recent changes in regulations have introduced legal limits on flour dust exposure to protect workers' health. If you manage or work in a bakery or food production facility, understanding these new rules is essential to ensure a safe workplace and compliance with the law. Major change ahead for food manufacturers and bakeries: for the first time, flour dust now has a dedicated workplace exposure limit — 0.5...

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