Posted by JenStar on September 7, 2005, at 10:22:42
In reply to Re: question about the chemical? » JenStar, posted by kerria on September 7, 2005, at 6:18:10
hi Kerria,
Again, I'm sorry about the pain and I DO believe you that it's real pain. I hate the way doctors tell patients that stuff is "in their head" just because they (the docs) don't know what is going on.I wish I knew more about that particular chemical, but I don't. I'm also guessing that because it's a trdemarked name, the manufacturer doesn't tell the exact mix or ratio of chems in there? If the doctors have read the MSDS on the chem. and don't really think it is causing the issues, they may be right. I suppose fungicide isn't the worst chem. in the world...but still, you never know, like you said.
But regardless of that, the behavior of your company was AWFUL. They NEED to have appropriate safety response and protocols in case of emergency spills or body contact. They should have showers, and if there are no showers, they need to have immediate alternates available AND fully train/inform all employees on how to use it. Even if the chemical didn't cause your pain, your employer was very negligent in how the followed up with you. They were also extremely negligent in how they even trained and set up safety areas!
I'm not a lawyer, but I have worked in large corporations with dangerous chemicals, and I'm familiar with correct and legal safety protocols. It truly sounds to me like your employer was negligent in the area of safety and employee protection.
I don't know if there is anything you can do, but if you're in the USA, you could contact OSHA and ask about the employer's practices.
Again, I'm sorry you had to go through that!
And I hope your pain gets better soon. Even if the docs don't know what it is, I hope that it resolves itself or that you get better. I don't know how likely that is, but I hope it for you!JenStar
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