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Aaron Bunch

National engineered stone ban closer with WA backing

Construction industry unions have repeatedly called for a national ban on engineered stone. (Luke Costin/AAP PHOTOS)

The West Australian government has thrown its support behind a proposed ban on silicosis-causing engineered stone, paving the way for a likely nationwide prohibition of its use.

Safe Work Australia last month recommended that engineered stone products be prohibited to prevent workers from developing deadly diseases and cancers.

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