Assessing and managing risks at work from skin exposure to chemical agents : guidance for employers and health and safety specialists

Aimed at employers and the self-employed in all industries, particularly those at high risk from skin damage, this guide 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 recognize a hazard, assessing health risks, managing risks, health surveillance and training.