Cases of silicosis have recently been associated with the manufacture of artificial stone products, and a discussion of the industry practices leading to these occupational injuries is provided here.

In March, 2016, OSHA issued a final rule to protect workers exposed to RCS in general industry and maritime. The agency will begin enforcing most provisions of the standard on June 23, 2018.

An estimated 2.3 million workers are exposed to respirable crystalline silica in their workplaces, primarily in construction, general industry and hydraulic fracturing.