We are dedicated to ensuring the well-being and safety of all professionals in the stone fabrication and installation industry.

 

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) have long recognized the dangers of exposure to respirable crystalline silica for workers in various industries, particularly those handling silica-containing materials like quarried stone, granite, and quartz surfaces (OSHA NIOSH HAZARD ALERT).

 

To protect workers engaged in the fabrication, finishing, and installation of stone products, OSHA and NIOSH have established specific guidelines, regulations, and safety measures.

 

We strongly encourage everyone in the stone fabrication and installation sector to explore the resources below, which cover essential safety practices and OSHA requirements.

 

These include preventing silicosis and other silica-related illnesses through dust control methods (such as wet cutting), air sampling, training, and the use of respiratory protection.