Dermatosis due to chemical exposure in automotive mechanics workers
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Occupational risks, accidents, skin. (Source, DeCS).Abstract
Objective: To identify dermatosis due to exposure to chemical substances in auto mechanics workers in the city of Ambato, Ecuador, in the year 2020. Methods: Descriptive observational study. Results: 80% of the workers presented skin rashes, 14% did not present lesions, possibly due to the work time, and only 6% did not present lesions requiring medical evaluation. Conclusion: It was verified that most of the workers in the study were exposed for more than two hours to chemical substances, which is why the application of a preventive protocol that eliminates or reduces the time of exposure to these substances is recommended, in addition to the application and control of the correct use of protective equipment.
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