The Dangers of Diesel Exhaust
From the State Compensation Insurance Fund
Diesel Exhaust – What is it?
Diesel exhaust is composed of harmful chemicals including toxic particles and hazardous gases. Diesel engines in cars, buses, and trucks create exhaust from the combustion of diesel fuel. Some of these hazardous gases in diesel exhaust (e.g. nitrogen oxides, benzene, sulfur dioxide and formaldehyde) may cause cancer.
The Hazards