Skin conditions / dermatitis

Dermatitis is one of the most widespread causes of ill health at work and can make working impossible.  If you have developed a skin condition/ dermatitis at work, you may be able to claim compensation.

Symptoms

Dermatitis can be a short- or long-term condition.  Symptoms include red, inflamed, itchy and blistering skin.  It can spread all over the body.  Some types of dermatitis can be cured.  For those that can’t, there are treatments that can ease the discomfort and pain. 

Causes and risks

Common causes include:

• Chemicals
• Detergents and cleaning products
• Oils
• Rubber/ latex
• Resins
• Solvents.

Some of the professions most at risk from dermatitis include:

• Cleaners
• Engineers
• Hairdressers
• Kitchen workers
• Nurses
• Printers
• Painters.

Protection at work

Your employer has a responsibility to ensure you are not at risk from harmful substances at work.  This means, where possible, they should try and use alternative, safer products and reduce the contact you have with hazardous materials.  At the very least you should be given suitable protective clothing, such as gloves or overalls.

Claims Direct can help

If your dermatitis was caused by conditions at work, Claims Direct can help.  We use expert personal injury lawyers who will help you with your claim and advise you about any benefits you may be entitled to.

If you suffer from a skin condition it is also vital you get treatment and we will help you with this. 

Contact us now for a free first discussion about your compensation claim.  You can speak to a trained representative, or leave your details on our online web form and we’ll call you right back.