3040 – 09 – Understanding MWF Health Effects – Skin Disorders

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The MWFs health effects range from light and common to severe uncommon most typically dermatitis and acne, but worse can occur if there is a cut on the skin.

Dermatitis makes an itchy, burning rash including cracks, redness, yellow pustules, blisters, or bumps. Scarring and disfiguration may occur after severe exposure. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH says around 67% of worker can contract dermatitis. There are two varieties including irritant contact dermatitis and allergic contact dermatitis.

Irritant contact dermatitis happens where the skin came into contact with the MWF, while allergic contact dermatitis that will progress over time because of exposure. You need to prevent dermatitis or treat it as soon as possible. Once an employee gets dermatitis, then they will be more susceptible outbreaks in the future.