The Hazards of Dust from a Pit/Quarry Operation
Dust increases corrosion and is harmful to vegetation. “Fine particulate matter, 10 microns or less in diameter (PM 10) can be inhaled and is considered toxic. Smaller respirable particulate matter, (PM 2.5) with a diameter of 2.5 microns or less, is even more dangerous, lodging deep within the lungs and tissue.