HSE identifies cement powder as a respiratory irritant, links high dust exposure to nose and throat irritation, and describes dermatitis and burn hazards from cement-based products.
Source: UK HSE: Construction hazardous substances: Cement ↗Dust entry
Cement dust
Airborne cement powder and dust generated during handling, mixing, cutting, drilling, and work with cement-based products.
Airborne form
dust
The form describes what is suspended in air at the point of exposure. A material can produce more than one form, such as dust during handling and fume during heating.
Health effects
nose and throat irritationoccupational asthmairritant dermatitisallergic contact dermatitischemical burns
Evidence
Controls
- dust suppression
- local exhaust ventilation
- avoid dry handling where possible
- skin and eye protection
- appropriate respiratory protection