New Video Warns of Silicosis Risk from Engineered Stone CountertopsThe educational release highlights serious worker health hazards and how proper safety measures can prevent exposure.
"When engineered stone, commonly marketed as quartz countertops, is cut or polished, it releases extremely fine silica dust into the air," said Paul Cochrane, President of Cochrane & Associates and the IAQ Video Network. "These materials can contain over 90% crystalline silica, far more than many natural stones. Without proper protection, workers face a real risk of developing silicosis from inhaling this dust." Silicosis causes permanent lung scarring and can lead to respiratory failure, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and even death. While there is no cure, the disease is entirely preventable when proper safety measures are in place. Effective controls include:
The video was produced with support from organizations committed to public health and safety, including EMSL Analytical, LA Testing, Clark Seif Clark, Zimmetry Environmental, and others. With more than 735 videos, over 15,000 subscribers, and 7.8 million views, the IAQ Video Network is a trusted source for environmental, health, and safety education. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/ For sponsorship opportunities, custom video production, or co-branded educational content, visit www.cochraneassoc.com, email info@cochraneassoc.com, or call (602) 510-3179. About Cochrane & Associates, LLC & the IAQ Video Network Cochrane & Associates is a business development, public relations, and marketing firm specializing in the environmental, industrial hygiene, infection control, HVAC, mold, remediation, and indoor air quality industries. The company operates the IAQ Video Network, producing educational, association, and corporate video content. End
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