UV

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    Facing the facts: protecting your outdoor workforce from UV exposure and skin cancer

    With outdoor workers at significant risk of skin damage, ageing and cancer due to exposure to the sun’s UV rays, it’s essential that employers in sectors like construction and agriculture create a working environment where sun safety precautions become the norm, rather than the exception.

    By SC Johnson Professional on 11 July 2025

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    Outdoor workers and UV: your responsibilities as an employer

    Employers have a legal duty to protect outdoor workers from the harmful effects of sun exposure, and should begin by educating staff about the dangers.

    By SC Johnson Professional on 30 May 2024

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    Stay safe in the sun

    As more commuters are encouraged to walk or cycle, and many workers, such as those in teaching, training or childcare shift to outdoor spaces, protection from UV exposure has never been more important.

    By SC Johnson on 14 July 2020

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