Engineered stone is popular with consumers for kitchen kit-outs because it is cheaper yet durable.
It has been banned in Australia since July last year due to the serious risk it poses to workers when cut or polished during the production process. New Zealand is considering doing the same.
The government deadline for submissions is tomorrow.
Dr Alexandra Muthu is an occupational and environmental physician and long-time advocate for greater regulation and she speaks to Emile Donovan.
Machine cutting through an engineered stone benchtop. Photo: 123rf
