Overview

Many materials used at work can affect the skin or can pass through the skin and cause diseases elsewhere in the body. This book provides practical advice to help you prevent these disabling diseases. It covers the protective role of the skin, ill health arising from skin exposure, recognising potential skin exposure in your workplace, and managing skin exposure to prevent disease. It helps you comply with legal duties to assess the health risks from skin exposure and there is advice on assessing and managing risks, reducing contact with harmful materials, choosing the right protective equipment and skin care products, and checking for early signs of skin disease. Contents: Introduction; What health problems can occur from skin contact? How do I recognise a skin hazard? How do I assess the risks? How can I manage risks to prevent ill health? How should I avoid or reduce contact with harmful materials; What should I do to protect the skin? Protection with good skin care; Check for early signs of skin disease;Summary; Appendices; References; Further reading; Further information.