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Chromium contact dermatitis prevention — DOccMed MCQ

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Three workers in a 50-person chrome plating workshop have contact dermatitis this year. What preventive measures should be prioritised?

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Correct answer: AImplement hierarchy of controls starting with substitution, then engineering controls, safe systems, PPE as last resort

The COSHH hierarchy places elimination and substitution first. Three cases indicate failed controls. Patch testing is diagnostic, not preventive.

Reference: COSHH Regulations; HSE Hierarchy