HSE has started a targeted health initiative inspecting manufacturing businesses across England, Wales and Scotland.

The inspections focus on the respiratory risks of respirable crystalline silica (RCS), a natural substance found in most stone, rocks, sand and clay, and in products such as bricks and concrete.

HSE inspectors are visiting manufacturing business where materials such as stone, rocks, sand and clay are used. This includes: 

• Brick and tile manufacturers 
• Foundries  
• Stone working  

We have advice for manufacturing employers and workers.

Managing the health risks in the manufacturing sector

View our refreshed silica advice sheets for manufacturing and foundries to ensure you are protecting your workers' health: 

• Brick and tile silica
• Foundry
• Stoneworkers