Hello Sam
Patch testing will only pick up sensitivity and will not identify irritant
dermatitis. If it is very likely that the dermatitis is work related then it
should be reported. Exposure to agents such as alkalis, water, detergents
will damage the skin surface faster than the skin is able to repair the
damage.
Hope this helps
Anne
On 07/11/2011 14:23, "Sam Westgate" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Dear All,
>
> I am quite new to occupational health and would therefore appreciate any
> guidance on the following:
>
> I am currently debating with the companyıs Health & Safety Manager on RIDDOR
> reporting in relation to occupational dermatitis (water based metal working
> fluids are used in the manufacturing process).
>
> The H&S Manager is adamant that only where an individual has been patch tested
> and a definitive investigation has determined that the cause of their
> dermatitis is an agent used in their workplace, is it necessary to report
> under RIDDOR. However, from my research I understand that where an employee
> works in a job where their dermatitis is likely to have an occupational origin
> and a diagnosis has been made by a doctor in writing, then it may be
> reportable under RIDDOR.
>
> The company policy states that only the H&S Manager may RIDDOR report as the
> company's designated representative.
>
> All advice will be gratefully received.
>
> Regards,
>
> Sam Westgate
>
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