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Weekly update from the #CFMEU Construction & General Division (Tas/Vic).
The program starts with some sad news - condolences from the crew to all those affected.
A bit of information about the Cross River Rail Dispute up in Queensland where fellow members are asking for support.
The program finishes on industry news, scallywags & sooks.

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@twrling
Not "completely" preventable:

"Cal/OSHA officials have generally described silicosis as preventable, but also caution that with 93% silica content, “safe use of engineered stone may not be possible” even w/proper workplace practices.

"In Australia, workplace safety officials recently recommended a total ban on engineered stone, calling it “the only way to ensure that another generation of Australian workers do not contract silicosis from such work.”"

Engineered stone kills tradies. Bunnings and IKEA stopping its sales is a big win for public health
Major retailers Bunnings and IKEA have announced this week they will discontinue selling engineered stone. While this might mean you have to rethink your plans for your new kitchen benchtops, it’s a positive step that will protect the health of tradespeople exposed to this dangerous product.
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The ConversationEngineered stone kills tradies. Bunnings and IKEA stopping its sales is a big win for public healthEngineered stone is a popular material often used for kitchen benches. But it carries serious health risks for the tradies who work with it.