Industrial Disease Compensation

Industrial Dermatitis

Industrial Dermatitis is a very common workplace problem. Dermatitis literally means “inflammation of the skin” and it can be caused by exposure to certain chemicals and substances.

The law requires that employers ensure the health and safety of their workers and provide adequate protection from any substances which may be hazardous to them.

The following are examples of occupations at risk from Industrial Dermatitis:

• Construction workers
• Salon workers in contact with hairdressing preparations
• Workers in contact with pharmaceutical agents
• Hospital workers in contact with detergents and soaps
• Metal machining workers in contact with mineral oils
• Print workers in contact with printing chemicals
• Electronics workers in contact with soldering fluxes
• Farmers and manufacturing workers in contact with preservatives and pesticides
• Roofing or bitumen workers in contact with tar and pitch

Graysons solicitors are experts in handling industrial dermatitis claims. We will consider whether or not there has been a failure to take precautions which may demonstrate fault on the part of the employer. We can arrange for specialist expert evidence to be obtained to help us successfully pursue your claim.

Contact us for a free initial consultation where we will be happy to assess your case.