Cement knowledge

REDUCING AIR EMISSIONS
Cement manufacturing operations emit criteria air pollutants and greenhouse gases (GHG). Criteria Air Pollutants Three criteria air pollutants are released to the air during cement manufacturing: nitrogen oxides (NOX ), sulfur dioxide (SO2 ), and particulate matter (PM). The combustion of fuels at high temperatures in cement kilns results in th... read more »
Cement Health effects
Cement is widely used in construction. Anyone who uses cement (or anything containing cement, such as mortar, plaster and concrete) or is responsible for managing its use should be aware that it presents a hazard to health. Health effects Cement can cause ill health mainly by: skin contact; inhalation of dust; and manual handling. Skin contac... read more »
Cement burns
Cement burns Wet cement can cause burns. The principal cause is thought to be the alkalinity of the wet cement. If wet cement becomes trapped against the skin, for example by kneeling in it or if cement falls into a boot or glove, a serious burn or ulcer can rapidly develop. These often take months to heal, and in extreme cases will need skin g... read more »