| Abstract |
This publication is aimed at employers and the self-employed in all industries, particularly those at high risk from skin damage, e.g. hairdressing, catering, cleaning, construction, engineering, printing, rubber, agriculture, health care and offshore. It advises employers on how to control skin exposure to chemical agents in the workplace, to protect employees. It discusses the law, the skin and chemical agents, health effects, how to recognise a hazard, assessing health risks, managing risks, health surveillance and training. Contents: Introduction; The law; Skin and chemical agents; Health effects; Prevention or cure? Recognising a hazard; Assessing health risks; Managing risks; Health surveillance; Information, instruction and training; Conclusions; Relevant legislation; References and further reading. |
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