The harm of slate for human health is a topic that does not go out of circulation all the time while the slate is used. The topic is largely far -fetched, having a walking in t. n. «Civilized Europe» (there are also considered toxic mushrooms). Partly harmful only in slate, in the production of which amphibol asbestos is used. But in Russia only chrysotil-Assobest is used, which does not threaten human health in any way. Therefore, Russian slate can be used without fear and with significant savings for the pocket.