Published: 24 Oct 2022
Compliance code: Managing exposure to crystalline silica - Engineered stone – Response to public comment
WorkSafe consulted stakeholders and the public when developing the compliance code: Managing exposure to crystalline silica: Engineered stone.
Engineered stone ban
What does this mean in Victoria?
Any work involving manufacturing, supply, processing or installation of engineered stone benchtops, panels or slabs is now banned.
Repairs, modifications, removal and disposal of engineered stone benchtops, panels or slabs (legacy stone) installed prior to 1 July 2024 will be permitted. This work will be subject to existing control requirements for engineered stone.
You do not need a licence to work with legacy stone.
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