Sadly, the football never came home, but the lovely weather once experienced so regularly on the British Isles certainly has. This year, we’ve had ample sunlight for many many weeks, and it’s left a lot of us with plenty of energy to get things done. When you feel good about the wider world, it’s much easier to get out there and get things sorted. However, it’s vital that you stay safe when out and about in the sun.
Too much sunlight can be damaging to the skin and can cause ultraviolet (UV) ray damage to the body. This can have all manner of problems. From those who have a large number of moles to those who have freckled skin that goes red before tanning, you need to take care to look after your body.
From roofers and builders to landscapers and construction teams, you need to do more to stay safe amidst the heat of the British summer. Try and keep your eyes and face protected with a wide-brimmed hat, if possible. Wear sun cream to help protect the skin, and make sure that you do all that you can to avoid damage to your body.
Stay hydrated, too: one of the most common problems in the heat is suffering from exhaustion due to the sheer level of heat. You should take as much time as you can to care for your body, avoiding putting yourself in a position whereby your skin could be in danger.
Protecting yourself from the sun during summer
• Make sure that you don’t work without a shirt on. It might feel more comfortable, but it is going to leave your skin far more exposed to the heat than you need it to be.
• Always try and find a hat, as mentioned above, with a wide brim on it. This will help to cover the ears and back of the neck: two of the most commonly affected areas.
• Stay in the shade when you can and try to time breaks more regularly during the summer. The sun is out for longer, so make the most of the extra daytime by having breaks.
• Utilise a high factor sunscreen, SPF15 at least, and make sure you cover any and all exposed skin to reduce the potential for damage to your body.
• Always keep an eye out for any kind of signs of dehydration. Lack of clarity in thought and an inability to maintain higher performance levels are just two of the symptoms.
• Lastly, make sure you look at your skin for any abnormal spots or moles. If you find anything that is of excessive itchiness, is bleeding or is changing size, shape or colour whatsoever.
The more that you can do to stay safe in the summer, the more likely it is that you can make something positive of your summertime. Take the time to plan it out and be vigilant beforehand, and you can make the most of this beautiful summertime weather.