When you're working on a roof all day, there are parts of your body you don’t think twice about, until they burn. Your neck, your ears, even the tops of your hands. They’re the ones
that catch the sun, and the ones we often miss.
That’s why this year we're focusing on those easy-to-forget areas. The hot spots. A few seconds with some sunscreen or a piece of clothing for cover-up can save a world of pain later. Simple stuff. But it makes a big difference.
To help protect your hot spots and keep cool this summer, we’re giving away handy clip-on SFP30 sunscreen bottles, water bottle and can cooler sleeve. Just scroll down to request yours.
1. Scalp: When not wearing your hat, your scalp can get caught out. Don’t let it fry.
2. Ears: Your ears are more exposed than you think, protect them from the burn.
3. Neck: Don’t turn your back on the sun, your neck is a hot spot for burns.
4. Nose: Your nose is front and centre, make sure it’s not first to burn.
5. Forearms: Sleeves rolled up? Your forearms are soaking up the sun.
6. Hands: Your hands take the brunt of the work, and without the gloves, the brunt of the sun as well.
Research published in Skin Health and Disease also reveals that melanoma is significantly more concentrated in upper body areas, such as the face and ears, compared to the lower body. These findings highlight the critical need for campaigns like Safe in the Sun, which prioritise worker health and safety by raising awareness of these risks.
