Silicosis-Liablity Bill Gets a Hearing
Industry reps testify on H.R. 5437 before House subcommittee, as some representatives inject other partisan issues in their questioning.
Tagged: silicosis
Doctors Call for Calif. Engineered-Stone Ban
Current regulations and enforcement not enough, according to occupational-safety physicians.
CA Silicosis Law Heads to Governor
State lawmakers approve SB 20, but without specific training guidelines or safe-workshop certification.
Caesarstone: $18M Net Loss in 2Q 2025
Company plans to find $20 million in cost reductions this year, as surfaces manufacturer faces lower demand, new U.S. tariffs, legal actions on crystalline silica.
NSI, ISFA Offer Synopsis on Silica Exposure Studies
Review covers 34 publications dealing primarily with materials and workplace-safety methods.
Color Marble Dropped from Silicosis Case
Judge finds fault with inconsistencies with jury verdict; dismisses California distributor.
Cal/OSHA Cites Nine for Safety Violations
More than $168,000 meted out in fines; non-compliance with air quality noted.
Caesarstone Cuts Losses in 2Q 2024
Lower sales, higher shipping rates and looming legal health-related cases still provide plenty of challenges for the Israel-based surfaces company.
CA Silicosis Legislation Withdrawn
AB 3043, called the Silicosis Prevention Act, won’t be moving forward this year, as state regulators balk at some provisions.
California Adopts Tougher Silica Standards
Wet fabrication, more employee health oversight will go into effect by year’s end.