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Employees who work outdoors for all or part of the day are at risk of skin cancer. Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. Despite being almost entirely preventable, skin cancer continues to affect at least one in every two Australians in their lifetime.

All Skin types can be damaged by exposure to solar ultraviolet radiation (UVR). Damage is permanent and irreversible and increases with each exposure.

The workplace is a major source of exposure for many adult Australians. It is not surprising that out door workers who are required to spend long periods of time working in he sun, year after year, have a higher than average risk of skin cancer.

Under Australian occupational health and safety legislation, employers should be considering steps to reduce this risk and protect employees from ongoing exposure to solar UVR that can lead to skin cancer.

Implementing a comprehensive sun protection program, which includes a range of simple protective measures, can prevent sun-related injuries and reduce the suffering and costs associated with skin cancer - including reduced productivity, morale and financial returns.

 

SunSmart Outdoor Workplace Information Sessions

The SunSmart Services Coordinator from Cancer Council NT can present a 1 hour SunSmart Information Session on site at your workplace at a time that suits you and your workers. The sessions are very informative yet kept informal and work well as a reminder to all outdoor workers to protect their skin from the sun's UVR.

A 1 hour session includes information on:

• The case for sun protection in the workplace
• Skin cancer in Australia
• What is Ultraviolet Radiation?
• What is skin cancer?
• The importance of early detection and prevention
• The SunSmart UV Alert

To book your  outdoor workplace information session simply download and complete a SunSmart Outdoor Workplace Booking Form and fax to Cancer Council NT on 0889274990 or email to healthpromotion@cancercouncilnt.com.au

Cancer Council NT has a range of publications including booklets, brochures, information sheets and posters to promote and provide information about skin cancer and sun protection. Most resources can be downloaded to access these click on SunSmart Resources