Guidelines on Occupational Dermatitis

Type of item
MS information
Country
Irsko
Year of publication
2009

English

Description

The objective of the guidance is to provide useful information to enable employers and employees to manage the prevention of occupational dermatitis in workplaces. The guidelines describe occupational dermatitis and the substances which cause it. They also give good practical advice on complying with health and safety legislation including the carrying out of a Risk Assessment. 

Other data

Provider
Provider name (English)
Health and Safety Authority
Provider name (Original)
Health and Safety Authority
Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Other
Hazard - health effects
Skin sensitisers
Irritants
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Substance Description

Skin irritants and sensitizers such as Chromates, Epoxy resins, Formaldehyde, Degreasers, Alkalis, Acids, Adhesives

CAS Number
50-00-0
Prevention measures
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Hygiene measures
Purpose of the material
General information
Guidance
Risk assessment
Target group
Employers
Occupational health physician
Safety officers
Workers