Speaking out about skincare
Deb, the hand hygiene and skin care specialists, is magnifying the dangers of UV rays, through a series of ‘Think UV’ videos which highlight the impact that unprotected sun exposure has on outdoor workers’ skin.
Deb, the hand hygiene and skin care specialists, is magnifying the dangers of UV rays, through a series of ‘Think UV’ videos which highlight the impact that unprotected sun exposure has on outdoor workers’ skin.
Winter weather can be especially harsh on the skin and hands of those who work outdoors. By taking a proactive approach, it is possible to mitigate against and prevent occupational skin disorders (OSDs), explains SC Johnson Professional.
Holchem’s updated and downloadable ‘In Safe Hands’ brochure provides detailed guidance on managing hand washing, hygiene, and products and systems that meet the demands for the food processing, food service and retail industries.
JustGloves has launched a workplace hand hygiene and disposables station that gives staff in sterile environments easy access to hand sanitiser, disposable gloves and aprons at the point of need.
HAND PROTECTION manufacturer Unigloves has announced that it has purchased the Derma Shield business, diversifying to include a broader range of hand and arm protection products and services in line with its growth strategy.
SKIN HEALTH specialist, GOJO Industries-Europe, has a range of heavy-duty hand cleaners that are available in a Natural or Olive formulation for use in trade environments such as construction sites, garages, workshops, and factories.
Harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays are a serious issue and can cause major damage to workers’ skin including burns, premature skin ageing and cell mutations. In the worst cases, it can result in skin cancer. In the UK, five outdoor workers are diagnosed with skin cancer every day, yet 90% of skin cancer deaths could have been prevented if exposure to UV rays were controlled. Paul Jakeway, marketing director at Deb, explains how employers can take action to help protect workers
SKIN CANCER rates are currently on the rise across Europe. Ireland and Luxembourg have the highest predicted increases in skin cancer rates by 2040, and of the 20 countries in the world with the highest mortality rate from skin melanoma, 18 are in Europe.
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Deb has launched the Deb Stoko range of occupational skin care products for use across a variety of industries.
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