Agriculture poses many risks to the health and safety of those employees working on the farm. One of these risks is dermatitis—with the most commonly seen type of dermatitis in the agricultural industry is occupational contact dermatitis (OCD).
Occupational contact dermatitis is a skin condition caused by work-related exposure. OCD is a rash that develops as a result of exposure to specific physical exposures and irritating or allergic objects which are referred to as triggering agents. When skin is constantly exposed to these triggering agents the natural protective barrier of the skin is damaged—causing either contact irritant or allergic dermatitis. Irritant contact dermatitis (ICD) is typically confined to the area where the irritant touched the skin and will develop almost immediately. Allergic contact dermatitis is more widespread on the body and will take longer to develop, often the next day or so.
Triggering agents for dermatitis on the farm may include:
- Dust
- Plants
- Disinfectants
- Foods
- Pesticides and fertilizers
- Solvents and cleaners
To prevent occupational contact dermatitis, farmers and agricultural workers should use the following control measures:
- Wear gloves and personal protective equipment (PPE) suitable for the job being completed.
- Eliminate or prevent exposure to triggering agents as much is possible.
- Avoid soap and bubbly products as they are drying to the skin.
- Use water-based moisturizers after washing hands and oil-based moisturizers for extremely dry skin.
- Cover cracked skin and open sores.
Agricultural jobs rank as one of the most dangerous in the U.S. The lawyers at America’s Consumer Lawyer will work with you to help determine whether filing a lawsuit is in your best interest and make sure you receive the compensation you deserve. If you or a loved one suffered an injury on a farm, contact us today.
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