# How can I reduce the risks from exposure to the sun during construction work?

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**Created:** [13 January 2013 08:35 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/how-can-i-reduce-the-risks-from-exposure-to-the-sun-during-construction-work/1214 "2013-01-13T08:35:55Z")\
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**Author:** ![HSE](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/e95f7d/32.png) [@HSE](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/HSE)\
**Post date:** [13 January 2013 08:35 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/how-can-i-reduce-the-risks-from-exposure-to-the-sun-during-construction-work/1214/1 "2013-01-13T08:35:55Z")

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**Author:** ![HSE](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/e95f7d/32.png) [@HSE](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/HSE)\
**Post date:** [25 January 2013 11:00 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/how-can-i-reduce-the-risks-from-exposure-to-the-sun-during-construction-work/1214/2 "2013-01-25T11:00:10Z")

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Here are some examples of how you can reduce the risks from sun exposure:

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	Keep your top on.

	Wear a hat with a brim or a flap that covers the ears and the back of the neck.

	Stay in the shade whenever possible, during your breaks and especially at lunch time.

	Use a high factor sunscreen of SPF30 on any exposed skin.

	Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

	Check your skin regularly for any unusual moles or spots. See a doctor promptly if you find anything that is changing in shape, size or colour, itching or bleeding.
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