Posted By Swis (((((Chris Packham))))))

Posted By Swis I could have answered this question using my own logic but I’d rather leave this topic for Chris Packham, who’s expert in this field. However, until he responds to this post, please see below some useful links: http://www.hseresearchpr...rojectsearch.aspx?id=285 http://www.hseresearchpr...rojectsearch.aspx?id=253 http://www.hse.gov.uk/skin/faq/general.htm

Posted By Chris Packham Sorry, but Chris's computer has been down. I have a document that summarises the evidence. Free to anyone who drops me an e-mail. However, as just one of several points keep in mind that barrier/protective creams are legally cosmetics. If you then use it to protect your workforce it can be argued that you have changed the status to being PPE. You have a duty to ensure that it will provide adequate protection for your workers. The cosmetic data is not adequate for this. How will you determine whether you are providing adequate protection? Chris

Posted By Chris Packham Toe That demonstration with acid is absolutely meaningless. I have done the same with Vaseline, butter and ordinary skin cream. It is a short term test that does not represent what you need as protection in a working environment. There are many other factors you need to take into account when considering whether these creams can actually provide the protection you need. Having reviewed all the evidence (and I have a document on this which I will e-mail anyone who lets me have their e-mail) I will never recommend these products as protection to my clients. With one exception - sun protection, but then only as a last resort. Chris