Data on preliminary dust exposure assessment ,its composition, and health implications for workers in the artisanal and small-scale Tanzanite mining industry in Mererani, Tanzania

The mining industry, specifically artisanal and small-scale, is characterized by labour-intensive and may pose health risks. This study is designed to investigate the amount of total dust exposure to underground mine workers in Mererani, Tanzania, its composition, and related health implications for informed management strategies.