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Footpaths

Introduction

1 The pattern of paths

2 Rights and responsibilities

3 Path surveys

4 Path design

5 Safety, equipment and organisation

6 Path clearance

7 Drainage

8 Surfacing

9 Boardwalks and bridges

10 Steps

11 Erosion control and vegetation restoration

12 Stiles and gates

13 Waymarking

A Conservation and the volunteer worker

B Specialist suppliers

C Timbers and preservatives

D Concrete

Health and hygiene

Care of tools and mixer

Mixing

Storage

Shuttering and formwork

E Contacts

F Bibliography

Glossary

Book:	Footpaths
Chapter:	D Concrete
Section:	Health and hygiene
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Fresh cement is caustic and rapidly damages unprotected skin. It may also cause dermatitis. Use a gauntlet style of PVC glove, and avoid gloves with cotton cuffs.