Skin risk heats up
ECIS, the employee benefits company for the construction industry, is warning roofers to protect themselves from the risk of skin cancer, as the Great British summer kicks up a gear.
According to research, construction workers are nine times more likely to get skin cancer than people in other jobs.
ECIS’s simple tips can help roofers to protect their skin from the sun’s harmful rays:
• Keep your shirt on to prevent the risk of sun burn. Try to protect your neck also by using a scarf;
• During your breaks, head for the shade to give your skin some relief;
• Always wear a high factor sunscreen of at least SPF15 and a high star rating on any exposed skin;
• Remember to reapply sun cream, every few hours;
• Don’t forget to protect your eyes. Wear sunglasses with 100% UV protection;
• Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration;
• Check your skin for unusual moles or spots. See your GP immediately if a mole changes shape, size or colour or starts itching or bleeding.
