[Skin protection as an occupational dermatologic problem]

Abstract

Skin protection has a particular importance in occupational dermatology. The skin has to be protected from different occupational noxae for example physical like heat, cold, UV-radiation or friction or chemical like toxic or allergenic contactants. The protection measures are specified, in detail new formation of workrooms to prevent irritation of the skin, protective clothes and gloves, different noxa-adapted, skin protective preparations including different detergents and care of the skin. Their valence concerning prophylaxis and present occupational eccema is discussed.