Addressing silicosis

Since then, SWA has:

• Identified occupational lung diseases as a key priority in its 10-year Australian WHS Strategy;
• Begun an analysis into the feasibility of scoping a national registry for occupational lung diseases;
• Conducted exploratory research into dust exposures in stonemasonry, and options to improve data on occupational lung diseases;
• Begun development of additional guidance materials and education;
• Minimising dust exposures in small and medium-sized enterprises;
• Helping employers and workers identify hazards and minimise risks in workplaces; and
• Delivered a series of six virtual seminars on silicosis, in which leading experts share insights on preventing illness and disease, and controlling worker exposures to dust.

“We look forward to working with Government in increasing awareness of this issue and to equip employers and workers to prevent further harmful exposure wherever possible,” Mr Pearson said.

Master Plumbers is an active member of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.