SWP: Skin Care

Ref No: POS_SWP 03_Skin Care

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Date: 05/07/21

Key Hazards

Risks

Personal Protective Equipment

1. Cuts and abrasions

2. Plant

3. Hazardous substances

4. Extreme weather conditions: cold, wind, rain, heat, UV.

1. Infection

2. Dermatitis

3. Skin irritant/sensitization

4. Respiratory effects

5. Sun burn

6. Skin Cancer

Do

• Refer to COSHH assessment and Safety Data Sheet for all substances to be used prior to handling.

• Find an alternative way of handling hazardous materials if possible to avoid skin contamination.

• Workplace husbandry to be conducted as part of working routine.

• Wear appropriate PPE which is identified on the COSHH assessment and Safety Data Sheet.

• Avoid touching face and mouth with hands.

• Keep skin clean, wash with soap and water.

• Dry thoroughly to prevent sore skin.

• Apply barrier cream where appropriate to aid skin protection.

• Apply after work moisturiser to help keep hands/skin in a healthy condition.

• Clean cuts/wounds thoroughly.

• Cover any cuts/wounds with a suitable dressing.

• Change gloves/clothing if heavily soiled or wet.

• Use sun cream in order to protect against effects of UV damage. Use a high factor sunscreen where required.

• Stay in the shade whenever possible.

• Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

• Check your skin regularly for unusual spots or moles. Report promptly to your doctor.

• Report any skin symptoms to your manager.

Do Not

 Handle unknown substances.

 Unnecessarily expose your skin.

 Eat, drink or smoke without washing your hands.

 Leave uncovered cuts/wounds.

 Do not unnecessarily expose your skin to the sun, especially between 11am and 3pm.
Sunburn can double the risk of skin cancer.

 Never wear oil-contaminated clothes next to your skin.

 Don't use abrasives or solvents to clean your skin.

Specific Training Requirements:

• COSHH Toolbox Talk

• Extreme Weather Toolbox Talk

Risk Assessments:

• COSHH

• Extreme and Inclement Weather

SWPs:

Nil