Toolbox Talk Skin. Agenda Structure of the Skin How to look after your skin at work Sun Awareness.

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Toolbox Talk Skin

Agenda Structure of the Skin How to look after your skin at work Sun Awareness

Structure of the Skin

Hazards What are the hazards? »Working with: cement solvents other chemicals »Exposure to the sun

Warning signs The warning signs »Dry, red, sore and sometimes itchy »Skin may become brittle and crack

Risks - Dermatitis Dermatitis »Any part of your body can be affected by dermatitis

Prevention What should you do? »Wear gloves and other protective clothing »Replace damaged or dirty gloves »Keep yourself, your gloves & your workplace clean »Keep any cuts covered »Use and store gloves correctly

Skin care regime Wash any contamination from skin promptly Dry hands carefully and gently; use soft cotton or paper towels Use a suitable water based emollient / moisturising cream to protect your skin

Risks - Skin Burns Skin Burns from Cement If wet cement becomes trapped against the skin, for example by kneeling in it or if cement falls into a boot or glove, a serious burn or ulcer can rapidly develop

Warning signs »Discoloration of the skin, gradually changing to a deep purple-blue colour »Serious chemical burns to the eyes can also be caused following a splash of cement. »Cement burns can also lead to allergic dermatitis.

Prevention »Suitable Clothing, »Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) »Avoid ‘traps’ for fresh mortar or concrete to fall in »If ‘trapping’ does happen, clean immediately with copious amounts of clean water.

Risks - Sun Burn and Skin Cancer »Skin Cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK »Too much sunlight is harmful to your skin »In the UK, 2,000 people a year die from malignant melanoma

Warning signs Speak to your Doctor if you are at all concerned

Prevention Plan work where possible Keep covered up when you are in the sunshine Apply sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 Have regular skin checks

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