Are there any health problems when burning chipboard?


Question:
factory next door to us at work is burning waste chipboard,
making our eyes sting, terrible smells, along with black smoke,
would like to know if any one has any information on possible
imposed health hazard,what are the chemicals released when
burning chipboard? help required please!

Answers:
Yes, formaldihide, not good.
They should have a high chimney
All thick smoke is a health hazard, if you are getting symptoms this is proof of it. Chipboard is stuck together with some kind of glue so there would be fumes from that as well and they could be toxic, contact the local council and they will be able to tell you what government agency to complain to, you might be able to get an injunction to stop them.

If your symptoms persist when you are away from the site, best to see a dr.
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