- Wear waterproof gloves when handling wet concrete, mortar, or cement.
- Wear waterproof trousers or knee pads when kneeling in wet concrete.
- Cover all exposed skin with long sleeves and appropriate PPE.
- Wash contaminated skin immediately with clean water for at least 20 minutes.
- Remove clothing soaked with wet concrete or cement slurry without delay.
- Wear safety goggles when mixing, pouring, or working near wet concrete.
- Use barrier cream on hands before wearing gloves as additional protection.
- Attend COSHH training on cement products and understand the risks.
- Report any skin redness, irritation, or cracking to your supervisor early.
- Ensure eyewash stations are available at all concrete work locations.
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- DON'T kneel or sit in wet concrete without waterproof knee protection.
- DON'T handle wet concrete with bare hands even for a short time.
- DON'T wait to wash off cement — the longer it stays, the deeper the burn.
- DON'T wear contaminated clothing without removing and washing it.
- DON'T rub your eyes or face while handling cement or wet concrete.
- DON'T ignore minor skin irritation — it can develop into serious dermatitis.
- DON'T use solvents or thinners to clean cement off your skin.
- DON'T mix cement in windy conditions without eye and respiratory protection.
- DON'T share gloves — dermatitis can be triggered by contaminated PPE.
- DON'T eat, drink, or smoke without washing hands after cement work.
See also: Cement and Concrete Burns | Dermatitis Prevention
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