Ten-year epidemiological study of chemical burns in Jinshan, Shanghai, PR China

Safety training, preventive measures and following safety rules and strict regulation are of paramount importance for workers to prevent and reduce chemical burns in chemical enterprises, especially in private factories. Appropriate first-aid training that includes copious spot lavage should be emphasised. Eschar excision as early as possible and skin or skin flap grafting in deep wounds could reduce the possibility of poisoning and disability.