| HSE has worked with the industry to create new guidance that will help protect workers from dangerous dust |
| | | | | Stone workers are at risk of exposure to airborne particles of stone dust containing respirable crystalline silica (RCS) when processing stone, including engineered stone, by cutting, chiselling, and polishing. Why this matters Breathing in the silica particles in stone dust over time can cause permanent, life-changing, and often fatal lung conditions. This includes: silicosis chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) lung cancer
New guidance available HSE has worked with the industry to create new guidance that will help protect worktop installers. The guidance explains what employers and workers need to do to stay safe from stone dust. The guidance covers 3 main areas: competent staff and effective processes - how to ensure workers are properly trained and processes protect them pre-installation actions - what to do before installation begins on-site installation actions - how to work safely during installation
To find important safety advice and access further resources visit our Work Right campaign website.Â
You can also read HSEâs detailed guidance: Installing stone worktops: protect against harmful natural or artificial stone dust | The Health and Safety Executive turns 50 Created by the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974, HSE celebrates 50 years this month, having been officially launched on 1 January 1975. |
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