Silica
Information on silica, including crystalline silica, workplace duties and how to manage exposure risks.
WHS duties for businesses who work with crystalline silica substances
Guidance on managing exposure to respirable crystalline silica dust to protect workers’ health and safety.
Managing crystalline silica dust in the workplace
Guidance on how businesses and workers can work together to reduce exposure to crystalline silica dust and protect workers’ health and safety.
Frequently asked questions on silica
This page provides information for PCBUs and workers about silica and some of the legal duties relating to protecting workers from developing silicosis.
Stone benchtop industry and engineered stone ban
Information about Western Australia’s ban on the use, supply and manufacture of engineered stone slabs, panels and benchtops.
Western Australia Silica Plan 2025–2030
This plan has been prepared to support WA’s work in support of the Silica National Strategic Plan and aligns with the Silica National Strategic Plan Principles.