Roof system manufacturer Marley has launched its annual ‘Safe in the Sun’ campaign to urge roofers to take the power of the sun seriously and protect their skin from its damaging rays whilst working outside this summer.
Daniel Redfern, Marketing Manager at Marley said, “The skin is the body’s first defence against aggressors, including the sun. Whilst the sun is undoubtedly beneficial to our wellbeing, too much sun can seriously damage our skin – both now and in the future.”
The company said that 400 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every day in the UK, with 44 of those being deadly melanoma, and the rate of incidence is rising.
Daniel said, “When it comes to skin cancer, prevention is better than cure. That’s why, for this year’s campaign, we’re encouraging roofers to focus on the importance of sun safety and protecting their skin on site, with straight-forward and clear advice.”
The advice includes actively checking your skin for any changes, focussing on moles in particular. The company is also urging people to protect themselves and take precautions to minimise the risk of sun damage. The advice includes:
Cover up with suitable clothing and use sunscreen on all exposed parts of the body.
Avoid sunburn – it’s painful and can increase the risk of developing melanoma – not just now but in the future too
Apply a sunscreen of at least Sun Protection Factor (SPF) 30 (for UVB protection) and a star rating of 4 or 5 (for UVA protection) evenly and regularly to all areas of exposed skin – including the face.
Ideally, sunscreen should be applied at least 20 minutes before going outside and then re-applied every two hours. Consistency – in terms of even coverage and regular application is essential.
