Essential Sun Safety Guidelines to Prevent Skin Cancer in Queensland
Queensland has the highest rate of skin cancer globally, primarily due to UV radiation exposure. To stay safe, reduce UV exposure by avoiding outdoor work from 10 AM to 3 PM, and consider shade for breaks. Be SunSmart: wear protective clothing, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen, use a wide-brimmed hat, find shade, and wear sunglasses. Stay hydrated to prevent heat stress by drinking 600ml of water per hour and avoiding caffeine. For more information, visit www.worksafe.qld.gov.au or call the Infoline at 1300 369 915.
Essential Sun Safety Guidelines to Prevent Skin Cancer in Queensland
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Skin cancer Queensland has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. The major cause of skin cancer is exposure to UV radiation from the sun.
Be SunSmart • Reduce UV exposure between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm. • Reorganise the work schedule • Outdoor work early in the morning or late in the afternoon. • Plan work around the movement of the sun - Follow the shade. • Use shade for rest and meal breaks.
Be SunSmart • Slip on clothing. • Slop on SPF 30+ sunscreen. • Slap on a hat. • Seek shade. • Slide on sunglasses. • Check the UV alert.
Heat stress • Heat stress occurs when heat is absorbed from the environment faster than the body can get rid of it. • Maintain hydration • Start work well hydrated and maintain by drinking 600ml water per hour (drinking every 15 minutes). • Avoid caffeinated drinks.
Heat related illness • Heat related illnesses occur when the body is unable to adequately cool itself. • Types: • Heat rash. • Heat cramps. • Heat exhaustion. • Heat stroke.
More information • Visit www.worksafe.qld.gov.au. • Phone Infoline 1300 369 915. • Sign up for eNEWS (free email subscription service) at www.worksafe.qld.gov.au. • Follow@WorkSafeQLD on Twitter • Tune intoWorkplace Health & Safety Qld on YouTube.
