Tanzania: Cement Firm Trains 250 Block Makers

Posted on : Tuesday , 30th June 2015

The Tanzania Portland Cement Company Limited (TPCC) conducted a training to 250 cement block makers from Dar es Salaam that will foster safety at work, quality of block produced and efficiency in production process.

Speaking to invited participants during the training in Dar es Salaam, TPCC, Commercial Director, Simon Delens said that the seminar was focused on health and safety, quality and increase efficiency that will boost development of the construction industry in the country.

"Twiga Cement will continue to conduct similar trainings for block makers throughout the country, as part of our effort to create awareness in the industry on key topic such as safety and quality". "Construction in Tanzania continues to grow with an increasing demand for blocks.

It is therefore important to ensure knowledge is shared among the different players in the industry to improve quality of the products available on the market".

Says Commercial Director, Simon Delens. He said that the firm aims to be closer to its biggest stakeholders and to enable them know how to make strong and durable blocks.

"This is part of the firm's contribution in the local employment market. We have been a part of it for 46 years now as we want to build a strong nation," he added.


On his part, TPCC, Health and Safety Manager, Alfred Anthony told the participants that to get the best and strong blocks, one should have quality cement, pure sand with no dust and roots in it, and clean, not salty, water.

He said TPCC has a modern and well equipped laboratory to make sure it produces quality cement needed by its customers. "Block makers should be aware of cement setting time and make their blocks before that time.

You must know that Twiga Cement standards are international and have been approved by Tanzania Bureau of Standards, hence, by following the right procedures, one will get the right results and strong blocks," he said.

During the seminar, TPCC also emphasized on Health and safety issues and provided full personal protective equipment (PPE'S) such as safety boots, overalls, face masks and long sleeve gloves to all participants.

Tanzania Portland Cement Company is the largest cement supplier and producer in Tanzania with a production capacity of 1.9 million tonnes per year.