Fabrication and Silica Safety

Protecting Workers from Respirable Crystalline Silica

Reliance Surfaces is committed to the safety of workers and their families who handle our products, including natural and engineered stone. Fabrication processes such as cutting, drilling, or grinding release silica dust, which can pose serious health risks. Notably, Australia has prohibited the sale of engineered stone products due to these risks.

Please read the Reliance Safety Warnings on each slab and the information on this page. We urge customers, fabricators, and installers to conduct environmental risk assessments, implement safety programs, and actively monitor silica exposure.

Explore the resources below to understand best practices for safe fabrication and workplace protection.