Frida Javala-Romero
Labor correspondent for KQED who reports on workplace health and safety issues, including the outbreak of silicosis among engineered stone workers.
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Mar 16, 2026 • 22min
Your Kitchen Countertop Could Be Making Workers Sick
Frida Javala-Romero, a labor reporter covering workplace health and safety, explains how engineered quartz countertops have led to an outbreak of silicosis among fabricators. She outlines the material’s hidden risks, personal stories of severe illness, limits of current protections, and calls for stricter measures or a ban. The conversation also covers industry responses, alternatives, and legal battles.
