they are working outside! i believe it is the enclosed
spaces which may be a problem - when studying in ny
years ago serpentine was not allowed in the studio
because of health hazards. Worked in the open air,
however, it is unlikely to get any concentrations of
escaping gas strong enough to be a hazard.
----- Original Message -----
From: Learning Stone
Sent: Thursday, February 17, 2000 11:14 PM
> Nearly all of the stone is a variety of serpentine or
> soapstone. It is rare to see face masks or any other kind
> of protection. Usually the work is done in the open air, or
> under cover with good ventilation.
>
> I have never heard of this being raised as a health issue.
> Do members of this group think there is a cause for concern?
>
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