OCCUPATIONAL SKIN DISEASES at Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC
Herbicide spraying - EE assisting local crew for 1st time. Crew has sprayed for 8 years with no incidents. Insect sprays (natural & DEET) applied to skin. Some herbicide contacted skin on arms. Symptoms included itching & hives. Antihistamine injected at clinic; symptoms disappeared. History of skin irritation & allergies. Diagnosis = allergic & chemical or environmental exposure.
U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration