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extreme pain.O.5.3.1.3.4 It is important to avoid the risk of infection. If blistering occurs, actions that can be taken are:a)lightly bandage or cover the area with gauze to prevent infection;b)do not break the blisters, as this could slow the healing process and increase the risk of infection;c)when the blisters break and the skin peels, dried fragments may be removed and an antiseptic ointment or hydrocortisone cream may be applied (in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions).O.5.3.1.4 PreventionSee O.5.4 for guidance on protecting against the effects of UV radiation.© IRATA International Annex O Page 41 of 45 2017-Aug-01IRATA International code of practice for industrial rope access Part 3 of 5: Informative annexes: Annex O: Protecting rope access technicians against environmental conditionsO.5.3.2Skin cancerO.5.3.2.1 GeneralThere are three types of skin cancer: basal cell; squamous cell and melanoma. All three types are serious but melanoma is the most serious.