Skin at work
Publications
Managing skin exposure risks at work (1.16MB)
Many materials used at work can affect the skin or can pass through the skin and cause diseases elsewhere in the body. If you are an employer, health and safety adviser, trainer or safety representative, this book provides practical advice to help you prevent these disabling diseases.
Preventing contact dermatitis at work (75.5KB)
Contact dermatitis is a skin disease that can occur in the workplace. If you are an employer, safety representative, trainer or safety advisor you can influence work practice and prevent this disabling disease. This leaflet explains what to look out for and how to prevent contact dermatitis. It also gives information on where to find more detailed practical advice for specific jobs and workplaces.
HSE skin microsite
A lot of useful information can be found on the HSE skin microsite:
