Occupational burns occur in the workplace including restaurant and bakery workers, chemical factory workers, welders, and electricians. These burns are usually more severe because exposure involves stronger heat sources or chemicals than domestic ones.
Common Occupational Burn Types:
- Restaurant burns: Hot frying oil (over 180°C) causes very deep burns because oil adheres to skin.
- Welding burns: Thermal and radiation burns especially to eyes (flash burns) and hands.
- Industrial chemical burns: Acids and alkalis used in factories are much stronger than household ones.
- Electrical burns: Electricians and high-voltage line workers.
Worker's Rights in Jordan:
Jordanian labor law requires employers to provide medical treatment and compensate the injured. Document the injury immediately and keep medical reports.
At BEIT TARIQ Center, we provide detailed medical reports documented with photographs to assist in insurance and compensation procedures. We treat burns to the highest British standards and follow up until complete healing.