Corrections & Sources
We take accuracy seriously. Here’s our corrections policy, sourcing standards, and how to report an error.
Our Accuracy Commitment
Regulation tracking is inherently dynamic — laws change, enforcement dates shift, and new guidance replaces old. We commit to:
- Factual claims are linked to original sources (government gazettes, safety agency bulletins, peer-reviewed research, court filings)
- Regulation updates include the effective date, issuing authority, and document reference number where available
- Market data cites the data provider and collection timeframe
- Opinion and analysis is clearly distinguished from reported fact
How to Report an Error
If you spot a factual error, outdated regulation reference, broken link, or misleading statement, please tell us:
- Email: corrections@silicafreesurfaces.com
- Subject line: “Correction: [Article Title]”
- Include: the specific claim, why it’s wrong, and a source (if available)
We review all reports within 48 hours. Factual errors are corrected within 24 hours of confirmation.
Correction Classifications
| Type | Example | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Correction | Wrong silica threshold value for a jurisdiction | Corrected inline + note appended at bottom of article |
| Clarification | Ambiguous wording that could be misinterpreted | Text clarified + note if material change |
| Update | New regulation enacted that changes a previously reported position | Article updated with new info + update date/timestamp in header |
Source Standards
We grade sources by reliability tier:
- Tier 1 — Official: Government gazettes, parliamentary records, agency bulletins (e.g., Safe Work Australia, OSHA Federal Register, EU Official Journal). Direct links provided.
- Tier 2 — Primary Research: Peer-reviewed journal articles, university studies, industry-commissioned reports with disclosed methodology.
- Tier 3 — Industry: Trade association statements (NSI, ISFA, EKFA), company announcements, conference presentations. Clearly labeled as industry sources.
- Tier 4 — Secondary: News media reports, analyst commentary. Used for context, not as sole source for factual claims.
We avoid citing press releases, unattributed marketing claims, and anonymous sources as the sole basis for factual claims about regulations or product performance.
AI Transparency
Some content on this site is drafted with AI assistance, then reviewed and fact-checked by human editors before publication. All factual claims — regardless of drafting method — must pass source verification. We disclose AI involvement on relevant article pages.
AsianQuartz Relationship Disclosure
SilicaFree Surfaces is operated by the team behind AsiaQuartz, a B2B quartz procurement platform. While we maintain editorial independence, readers should know:
- Our sourcing guides may link to AsiaQuartz for procurement support
- We do not accept payment from quartz manufacturers for editorial coverage
- Sponsored or partner content, if any, will be clearly labeled