Protecting Workers and Protecting Jobs Are Not Opposites
“ ISFA believes we can protect workers,” Weber, emphasized.“ Licensing, verified training, and stronger enforcement will clean up the industry without wiping out thousands of livelihoods.”
Silicosis is preventable. Safe fabrication is proven and achievable when employers comply with the law and enforcement is adequately supported.
Invitation to Collaborate With WOEMA
ISFA extends an invitation to collaborate with WOEMA membership to expand worker outreach— particularly to Latino workers who are disproportionately a�ected by silicosis across construction industries.
ISFA proposes joint e�orts to:
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Distribute Spanish-language safety materials and training from ISFA and Cal-OSHA Bring silica safety resources directly into a�ected communities Support ISFA and Cal-OSHA’ s education through immediate, practical outreach Strengthen trust and communication between medical professionals and fabricators Research and explore new treatments that help stop progression and / or reverse the e�ects of silicosis. Develop a medical surveillance solution that o�ers valuable data
“ WOEMA’ s members have access to the workers we are trying to reach. ISFA has access to the employers who need direction and accountability. Working together, we can close gaps— fast— and give workers and families the protection they deserve.”
About ISFA
Who We Are The International Surface Fabricators Association( ISFA) is the national trade association representing the countertop and surface fabrication industry. We serve as the central voice for fabricators across the United States and work directly with manufacturers, medical experts, researchers, and regulators to build a safer, more accountable industry.
ISFA leads several major initiatives— including the Fabricator Safety Initiative, the ISFA Academy™, and the American Countertop Manufacturers Council— to bring facts, training, standards, and real-world solutions to a fast-changing environment. We focus on transparency, collaboration, and evidence-based approaches that improve worker safety and support responsible business practices. For more information visit, www. isfanow. org