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SUN SAFETYA TEACHER’S GUIDE TO

PROTECT

YOURSTUDENTS

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WHAT IS UV?

Source1 : Professor Andrew Wright, Consultant Dermatologist, Skin Cancer and Outdoor Workers; A guide for employers Source2 : http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer

Remember…in larger doses

UV LIGHT CAN DAMAGE OUR SKIN, producing burns, skin ageing, cell mutations and even skin cancer.

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a type of radiation that is produced by the sun. UV is invisible, and there are three distinct types: UVA, UVB and UVC rays.

UVA rays contribute to skin burning, skin cancer and premature ageing. They have a longer wavelength, which means they are able to penetrate deeper into the base layer of the skin.

UVB rays are the primary cause of sunburn and also contribute to skin cancer. UVB rays have a much shorter wavelength and burns the outer layer of the skin.

Lastly, UVC radiation is blocked by the ozone layer whilst UVA and UVB reaches the earth’s surface.

of unprotected sun exposure, without skin reddening or burning per day, should be sufficient for most people to produce the required Vitamin D levels.1

15-20 MINUTES

Human skin contains......melanin which helps block damaging UV rays that penetrate our skin

Increases oxygen levels......in the cells and is essential for building strong bones & teeth

O2

Sun light......boosts the immune system and stimulates our metabolism

What is Sunburn?Sunburn is a clear sign that the DNA in the skin cells has been damaged by too much UV radiation from the sun. You can’t feel UV rays – the heat from the sun comes from infrared rays, which can’t burn you. This is why people can still burn on cool days.Getting painful sunburn, just once every 2 years, can triple your risk of melanoma skin cancer.2

• UVBurns• SkinCancer

• Sunburn• SkinCancer

• PotentialHarm• Sunburn• Wrinkling• PrematureAgeing• SkinCancer

Visible Light

Artificial Solar

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THE RISKS

SCHOOLS OBLIGATION

Over- exposure to the sun during childhood can affect the risk of melanoma later in life.3 When parents, teachers and other role models use sun protection such as hats, shade, sunscreen and clothing, children are more likely to use these sun protection methods too. Therefore it’s vital to establish good sun protection habits early on in life.

MAKE SUN SAFETY PART OF YOUR CURRICULUM

Schools have a responsibility to ensure that pupils are protected from exposure to UV rays from the sun. The National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines for skin cancer prevention recommend that schools “develop, implement and monitor a specially tailored policy to ensure people are protected as much as possible.”

Students are at school or college five out of seven days a week at times when UV rays are high.4

Students spend an average of 1.5 hours outside per school day, more if involved in sports and outdoor activities.4

Sun exposure in the first 15 years of life contributes significantly to the lifetime risk of skin cancer.4

Source3: Cancer Research UK, Source4: SKCIN

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BEST PRACTICE

THE SUN SAFE RULES:When outside during break and lunch times...

... follow the 5S approach, for optimum protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays.

DON’T FORGETDRINK water regularly

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BEST PRACTICE

WHEN IS PROTECTION REQUIRED:Adopted by the World Health Organisation, the UV Index tells you on a daily basis what the UV levels are and when sun protection measures are required.

PROMOTE SUN SAFETYSchools and colleges can play a significant role in changing behaviours through education:

1. Develop and implement a policy to ensure people are protected as much as possible.

2. Follow the 5S approach and communicate this to students during lessons and activities and inform parents of how they can help support and reinforce the message at home.

3. Promote the UV index and explain how this can be used to identify when sun protection is required.

4. Contact Skcin, the National Skin Cancer Charity who have developed a free Sun Safe Schools accreditation scheme. Visit www.sunsafeschools.co.uk for more information.

3-5 6-7MEDIUM HIGH

Protection required

1-2LOW

No protection required

8-10 11+VERY HIGH EXTREMELY HIGH

Extra protection required

Students need to be protected as soon as the UV INDEX REACHES 3, NOT JUST WHEN THE SUN IS SHINING.

TO FIND OUT THE DAILY UV LEVEL VISIT: WWW.METOFFICE.GOV.UK

PRO T E C T I O

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SPF50 RANGE

IF UNSURE OF CORRECT USAGE, USE HIGHEST FACTOR AVAILABLE!

BASED ON SKIN TYPE EACH STUDENT HASAN AVERAGE AMOUNT OF TIME THAT... ...THEY CAN BE EXPOSED TO UV BEFORE IT'S DANGEROUS (usually around 15mins)

RECOMMENDED & SAFEST OPTION• Higher level of protection • Re-apply every 2-3 hours for continuous protection• Compensates for improper use

Stokoderm® Sun Protect 50 PURE

• Suitable for use on children aged 6 months+• Broad spectrum sunscreen with UVB and UVA protection• Absorbs quickly and easily into the skin• Clinically proven to improve skin hydration• Perfume-free, water-resistant and sweat - resistant

UV Skin Protection Lotion UVA | UVB | UVC

SPF50

SILICONE

UP TO

50xYOUR SKIN’S

NATURALPROTECTION

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SPF30 RANGE

IF IT'S USED PROPERLY & FREQUENTLY, SPF30 IS ALSO SUFFICIENT PROTECTION FOR A STUDENT!

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT AT LEAST ONE TEASPOON OF SUNSCREEN MUST BE APPLIED TO EACH CHILD’S ARM, LEG, FRONT OF BODY, BACK OF BODY AND FACE (INCLUDING EARS AND NECK) Source: British Association of Dermatologists

Stokoderm® Sun Protect 30 PURE

• Suitable for use on children aged 3 years+

• Broad spectrum sunscreen for with UVB and UVA protection

• Absorbs quickly and easily into the skin

• Perfume-free, dye-free and water-resistant

UV Skin Protection Cream UVA | UVB | UVC

SPF30

ALTERNATIVE OPTION WHEN APPLIED CORRECTLY• High level of protection • Re-apply every 2-3 hours for continuous protection• If not applied properly the protection is lower

UP TO

30xYOUR SKIN’S

NATURALPROTECTION

ISSUES In most cases sun cream is not applied properly or frequently enough to offer the recommended level of protection.

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DEB’S SUN HEROES:

SUN PROTECTION RANGE:

Did you know?

Educate and promote sun safety to children in a fun, interactive way with the Sun Heroes.

• Handy 100ml tube for trips and days out

• Provides 1000 shots per cartridge • Use with SPC1L cartridge

SUN PROTECTION FOR NURSERIES & PRIMARY SCHOOLS

UVA protection • Sun protection factor of 50 (SPF 50) • Perfume-free, water-resistant and sweat-resistant sun lotion • Suitable for use on children aged 6 months+ • Ultra sensitive formula

SUN HERO

ESS

UN HERO

ES

Stock code: SPC100MLCase Qty: 12

Stock code: SPC1L Case Qty: 6

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Source: SKCIN

OF SCHOOL CHILDREN HAVE ARRIVED HOME WITH SUNBURN SUSTAINED FROM SCHOOL 40%

SUN HEROESSCHOOL

Stokoderm® Sun Protect 50 PURE 100ML Tube

Stokoderm® Sun Protect 50 PURE 1L Cartridge

Sun Heroes 1L Dispenser

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Deb are supporting National Skin Cancer Charity, Skcin to promote the Sun Safe School Scheme throughout the UK.

The FREE annual accreditation scheme aims to educate children on the importance of sun safety and assists primary schools in implementing a suitable sun safe policy whilst promoting the reinforcement of sun safety at home.

Signing up is easy, visit www.sunsafeschools.co.uk

For more informationemail talktous@debgroup.com or call 01773 855 177.

SUPPORT MATERIALSFOR NURSERIES & PRIMARY SCHOOLS

SUN HERO

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UN HERO

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• 1000 shots per cartridge• Hygienic, sealed cartridge to prevent ingress of air

• 1000 shots per cartridge• Hygienic, sealed cartridge to prevent ingress of air

SPF50

SPF30

MELANOMA, THE MOST DEADLY SKIN CANCER, IS NOW ONE OF THE MOST COMMON CANCERS IN YOUNG ADULTS AGED 15-34 IN THE UK?5 Educate and promote sun safety to your students by providing sun protection on site.

SUN PROTECTION FOR HIGHER EDUCATION

• Ideal for students on the move• Handy 100ml tube

• Ideal for students on the move• Handy 100ml tube

• Use with Stokoderm® Sun Protect 50 or 30 PURE 1L cartridges

• Use with Stokoderm® Sun Protect 50 or 30 PURE 1L Cartridges

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Stokoderm® Sun Protect 50 PURE 100ML Tube

Stokoderm® Sun Protect 30 PURE 100ML Tube

Stokoderm® Sun Protect 50 PURE 1L Cartridge

Stokoderm® Sun Protect 30 PURE 1L Cartridge

Sun Protect 1L Dispenser

Sun Protect 1L Dispenser

Did you know?

Source5: SKCIN

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• Use with Deb Sun Protect 1L cartridges • Key facts about skin cancer• UV index display• 1L UV dispenser & mirror

ALL-IN-ONE KIT CONTAINING• 1x SUN Safety Centre with key facts about skin cancer• UV index display• 1L Sun dispenser, Sun Protect 30 PURE 1L cartridge & mirror• Support and educational literature

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Various tools are available to help you promote sun safety in your establishment, these include a guide to teaching sun safety and various awareness posters.

Sun Skin Safety Centre Sun Starter Pack

SUPPORT MATERIALFOR HIGHER EDUCATION

For more informationemail talktous@debgroup.com or call 01773 855 177.

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