Sun protection policies for early childhood & schools - SunSmart
WEBA SunSmart early childhood or school policy provides clear, evidence-informed recommendations and guidelines that address sun protective behaviours, environments and learning to minimise UV exposure and skin cancer risk that can be used in an early childhood or school setting.
Sun and UV Protection: Policy | education.vic.gov.au
WEBJun 24, 2024 · The purpose of this policy is to create school environments that support sun protection behaviours to minimise the risk of health problems from sun overexposure, including skin cancer.
SunSmart policy guidance and FAQs – Primary and combined …
WEBA SunSmart school minimises exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation to protect staff and students from skin cancer. To achieve and maintain SunSmart recognition there are policy and practice requirements schools must meet.
SunSmart in schools and early childhood | Cancer Council
WEBStudents are in school when daily ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels are at their peak, meaning schools are uniquely placed to educate about sun protection behaviour, minimise UVR exposure and ultimately reduce a student's lifetime risk of skin cancer.
Sun protection policies for sporting groups - SunSmart
WEBSunSmart can help sports clubs to develop and promote a sun protection policy or guidelines. Use our sample sun protection policy for sports as a starting point. Download sports policy. Tips for your sun protection.
WEBSample SunSmart Policy for Schools. Rationale. Cancer Council Tasmania recognises the importance of promoting healthy sun protection practices through policy development in schools, therefore, has developed this policy to ensure that students and staff are protected against overexposure to UV.
SunSmart schools - Cancer Council WA
WEBNov 13, 2020 · What is a SunSmart School? SunSmart Schools recognise that UV levels peak in the middle of the day and that as the UV Index rises, the associated risk of skin damage also increases. A SunSmart School has a sun protection policy and practices in place which aim to reduce over-exposure to UV.
WEBObjectives. Ensure staff and students are protected from over-exposure to UV; Educate staff and students on appropriate sun protection; Ensure the outdoor environment provides shade for staff and students; of care and regulatory requirements; andSupport appropriate WHS strategies to minimise UV risk a.
Sun protection in secondary schools - SunSmart
WEBSunSmart recommends all secondary schools develop and adopt a comprehensive UV protection policy to protect students during these critical years. A comprehensive sun protection policy provides clear, evidence-informed guidelines to address sun protective behaviours, environments and learning to minimise UV exposure and skin cancer risk.
SunSmart policy guidance and FAQs – Early childhood centres
WEBSunSmart criteria for early childhood centres, preschools and kindergartens. A SunSmart centre minimises exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation to protect staff and children from skin cancer. To achieve and maintain SunSmart recognition there are policy and practice requirements centres must meet.