New Zealand considers banning engineered stone to prevent fatal lung disease among workers.

New Zealand's Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden has initiated a consultation on engineered stone, a material linked to accelerated silicosis, a fatal lung disease. The NZCTU and its allies urge for a total ban, citing Australia's example. The consultation explores various regulatory measures, including a potential ban, due to inconsistent risk management practices identified by WorkSafe. The aim is to find an evidence-based approach to protect workers' health.

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