Change is in the air for dust pollution
Language: English Series: Construction News ; (7046) 29 November 2007, 21(1)Publication details: 2007Subject(s): Summary: Examines the impact of construction activities on air pollution and discusses how the construction industry can help to reduce the dust it produces. Without effective management controls, construction sites generate high levels of dust, and this can significantly add to the level of fine particles in the air (the PM10 fraction). Looks at how site managers can tackle the problem of dust pollution, such as monitoring air quality close to a site, and using methods to forecast peak periods of pollution.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L141595 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 141595-1001 |
Examines the impact of construction activities on air pollution and discusses how the construction industry can help to reduce the dust it produces. Without effective management controls, construction sites generate high levels of dust, and this can significantly add to the level of fine particles in the air (the PM10 fraction). Looks at how site managers can tackle the problem of dust pollution, such as monitoring air quality close to a site, and using methods to forecast peak periods of pollution.