Working safely in the sun - UV radiation




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Summary: Presenter Lauren Zappa SunSmart Workplace Coordinator, Cancer Council Western Australia There are many work environments in Western Australia where workers are exposed to high levels of UV radiation from the sun. This presentation will cover the basics of recognition, evaluation, and control of sun related skin damage in the workplace. Additional materials: Powerpoint Presentation [PDF]. Working safely in the sun presentation - powerpoint - working safely in the sun worksafe presentation 11-11-11.pdf Cancer Council WA - SunSmart Cancer Council WA - Occupational exposure to UV radiation: Workers' compensation claims paid in Australia 2000-2009 Cancer Council WA - Skin Cancer and outdoor work: A guide for employers SafeWork Australia -Guidance Note for the Protection of Workers from the Ultraviolet Radiation in Sunlight Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety - UV Index Data Bureau of Meteorology - National UV Index forecast