Impact Of Quarry On Near Residents

Although, the residents of neighbouring communities are aware of risks associated with living near quarry sites, their general low socio-economic status made them incapable of taking any decisive ...

quarries often negatively impact those who live nearby, but they often leave residual negative impacts ... • Located near in Portland, Connecticut, ... Since the quarry is unsightly for nearby residents, property values in the area are low and complaints are high. The land has allegedly sunken 200 feet from its original

Environmental exposure to dust from quarrying activities could pose health dangers to the population living nearby. This study aimed to investigate the health effects of dust exposure on people living close to quarry sites and compared them with those who live far from the quarry sites. A cross-sectional comparative study was conducted among 79 exposed …

DOI: 10.4314/EJESM.V2I1.43497 Corpus ID: 129413277; Impact of Granite Quarrying on the Health of Workers and Nearby Residents in Abeokuta Ogun State, Nigeria @article{Olusegun2009ImpactOG, title={Impact of Granite Quarrying on the Health of Workers and Nearby Residents in Abeokuta Ogun State, Nigeria}, author={Oguntoke Olusegun and …

The radiological impact of quarry activities on workers and local residents due to the presence of naturally occurring radionuclides have been investigated for two quarry industries.

However, amidst the economic prosperity associated with quarry activities, there has been a noticeable paucity of attention given to their environmental repercussions, particularly concerning the residents 6,7 and the natural environment in proximity. The impact on human health is a critical concern, particularly for workers operating heavy machinery and those …

The negative impact of quarry mining activities such as health problem and air pollution are among the variables that influence the human well being. ... Socio-demographic characteristics of residents living near Quarry site Characteristics Age-group 20-35 years 36-50 years 51-65 years Above 65 years Total Male Total No. of ...

Several serious environmental impacts related to quarrying activities on and near the river, such as vibrations, land degradation, land subsidence and landslides, water pollution, occupational...

Monitoring of a Residence Near a Limestone Quarry, Naples, Florida David E. Kosnik March 21, 2008 ... public concerns about potential impacts of ground vibrations inherent in construction and production of raw materials. These concerns result in delays and increased costs

Abstract The aim of the study was to assess the impacts of quarrying activities on the environment and livelihood of people in the Border II sub-location. ... roads damages (33%), child labor (31%) and crop effects (30%). Moreover, 45% of the area residents and 44% of the quarry workers have experienced health problems related to quarrying ...

The present paper monitored levels of suspended particulate matters in the ambient air in and around selected quarries and analyzed the prevalent health problems suffered by nearby residents and quarry workers. It also assessed the residents' awareness of the negative implications of living in close proximity to quarry sites. Suspended Particulate Matter (SPM) …

This study utilizes a mixed-methods approach to evaluate the air pollution levels that school students and local residents are currently exposed to, along with the potential impact of …

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2020, 17, 6068 3 of 13 sites by 0–500 m, and the control group, which included members living in the same town, whose houses are more than 500 m ...

Understanding the impact of quarries on local ecosystems, air quality, and the overall social fabric is crucial for residents to make informed decisions about their living situation. Evaluating both positive and negative aspects will allow potential homeowners to weigh their …

The study investigated the environmental effects of quarry operations in Abeokuta, Ogun state, while it specifically sought to ... Table 1: Mining Operations and Environmental Impact Residents Freq. (%) Staff Freq. (%) Ever aware of mining here? Yes No 46 (92.0) 4 (8.0)--Method of extraction Surface mining Dredging I don't know 33 (66.0)

Blasting quarry operations are notorious for their adverse effects on the environment and its inhabitants, both human and non-human, and their negative impacts increase with the scale, …

Download scientific diagram | Negative Effects of Quarrying observed by nearby Residents from publication: Impact of Granite Quarrying on the Health of Workers and Nearby Residents in Abeokuta ...

Assessment of the Effects of Quarry Activities on some Selected Communities in the Lower Manya Krobo District ... problems suffered by the residents before the advent of the quarries include cough (33.3%), catarrh (25%), asthma (301%), headache (40%). malaria (5%) etc. ... aware of risks associated with those living near quarry sites, their ...

A quarry near housing can lead to noise pollution, dust and air pollution, increased traffic, and potential risks to public health and safety. It may also impact property values and...

Figure 1 shows the impact of quarrying on residents. Air quality is most affected by the mining activities (42%), followed by health problems (23%) and noise pollution (20%), with blasting …

This study utilizes a mixed-methods approach to evaluate the air pollution levels that school students and local residents are currently exposed to, along with the potential impact of a proposed 220-acre sand and gravel quarry, which would increase heavy goods vehicle (HGV) traffic near the community.

Although, the residents of neighbouring communities are aware of risks associated with living near quarry sites, their general low socio-economic status made them incapable of taking any decisive ...

A birth residence near cropland showed some association with germ-cell tumors, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and Burkitt lymphoma, but ORs based on few cases. ... Three studies using geographic information science examined the impact of residing near hazardous wastes sites, although the health outcomes of interest were different: cord blood PCB level ...

activity and the health of both the quarry workers and area residents. The findings of the study indicated that the workers did not have protective gears which are a requirement in their profession. This increases the effects to the health of the quarry workers.

environmental impact of quarry operations, policymakers and stakeholders such as the quarry industry management, quarry workers, regulators and residents can formulate informed strategies to mitigate the challenges associated with quarry-ing while ensuring the well-being of both the community and the environment. Method of Study Study area

In this article, we will explore the various aspects of living near a quarry, including what exactly a quarry is, how it operates, and the economic benefits it can bring. We will also delve into the drawbacks of living near a quarry, including noise …

The study concludes that the LULC changes due to quarries were drastic and the high frequency values found near quarry locations to be one of the triggering factors for landslides in the region.

In this study, we investigated the impact of quarrying as an environmental ethical crisis. The need for the study arose when we realised the deteriorating effect of the quality of life in our community, which is located next to a limestone quarry. To obtain a deeper understanding of the adverse impact on the environment and the quality of life of the people living in the …

In a survey of residents in the area presented at the event, 97% of respondents reported personally experiencing negative impacts from quarries, specifically: 90% felt quarry blasts 45% had ...

Socio-demographic characteristics of residents living near Quarry siteEthiopian Journal of Environmental Studies and Management Vol.2 . 2009 ... Distance to quarry and Observed impacts of ...