Workers who manufacture, finish, or install natural and engineered stone countertop products can be exposed to health hazards from silica dust. This can lead to serious and life-threatening illnesses including silicosis, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and kidney disease.
Read our fact sheet to learn practical ways to reduce exposure and help keep workers safe.
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Original article published by OSHA