Protective Measures From Solar Ultraviolet Radiation for Beach Lifeguards in Tuscany (Italy): Shade and Clothing Strategies

• Published in: Safety and health at work Vol. 13; no. 4; pp. 421 - 428
• Main Authors: Grifoni, Daniele, Betti, Giulio, Bogi, Andrea, Bramanti, Lucia, Chiarugi, Alessandra, Gozzini, Bernardo, Morabito, Marco, Picciolo, Francesco, Sabatini, Francesco, Miligi, Lucia
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Korea (South) Elsevier B.V 01.12.2022; Occupational Safety and Health Research Institute
• Subjects: Beach; Lifeguard; Original; Outdoor workers; Shade; UPF; Beach; Lifeguard; UPF; Outdoor workers; Shade

The exposure to solar ultraviolet radiation is a significant risk factor generally underestimated by outdoor workers and employers. Several studies have pointed out that occupational solar exposure increased eye and skin diseases with a considerable impact on the lives and productivity of affected w...