Government supports the prohibition on engineered stone imports

The NSW government has expressed its support for the prohibition on the importation of engineered stone products, effective from 1 January 2025, in order to safeguard the health and safety of workers in the future.

The State Government says the national prohibition on imports encompasses engineered stone countertops, slabs, and panels that contain silica levels exceeding one percent.

This comes after the first-ever domestic restriction on the use, distribution, and manufacturing of engineered stone products in Australia, which commenced on July 1 2024.

SafeWork NSW Deputy Secretary Trent Curtin stressed the vital importance of prioritising workplace safety.

“No one deserves to have their health compromised due to their working environment,” Curtin said.

“In NSW, as the SafeWork NSW campaign goes, it’s the Safe Way or No Way.”

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