Essential Sun Safety for Tradies

Introduction

In this section, Joanne and Clinton introduce themselves and discuss the start of National Skin Cancer Action Week.

• Joanne introduces herself to Clinton.

• Clinton asks Joanne about her week and she mentions that it's the start of a busy week for her because it's National Skin Cancer Action Week.

Hazards of Sun Exposure

In this section, Joanne talks about the hazards of sun exposure and how she got involved in skin cancer prevention.

• Joanne mentions that skin cancer is a relevant and scary thing, as her husband had six melanomas removed from his face.

• She explains that she lost her husband to melanoma in 2009, which led her to get involved in skin cancer prevention.

• Her husband was a carpenter by trade who worked outside without proper protection.

• Joanne emphasizes that sun exposure is a workplace hazard and there are policies in place to protect workers.

• She mentions that Dangerous Sun Overhead educates people on what they don't know about sun safety.

Personal Experience with Melanoma

In this section, Joanne shares her personal experience with melanoma.

• Joanne's husband had a mole removed from the back of his leg in 1993 but didn't take proper measures for protection when working outside.

• In 2006, they found a lump in his right groin area and were diagnosed with melanoma.

• The doctors couldn't offer any more treatment after he was diagnosed because there is no cure for melanoma.

• Her husband passed away three months after being told he had only three months left to live.

Promoting Sun Safety

In this section, Joanne discusses the promotion of sun safety and the need for education.

• Joanne mentions that despite the promotion of sun safety, one in two people still get burnt.

• She emphasizes that Dangerous Sun Overhead educates people on what they don't know about sun safety.

• Clinton mentions that Trading Pads is an education organization teaching how to use technology, and Joanne agrees that education is necessary in the workplace.

Using Social Media for Education

In this section, Clinton suggests using social media for education and Joanne considers it as a new idea.

• Clinton suggests using Zoom to have video meetings and stream them on Facebook or blogs to reach more people.

• Joanne says she hasn't used social media live before but thinks it's a good idea.

• They discuss how using social media can provide more content and information about sun safety.

Being SunSmart On-Site

In this section, Clinton asks for suggestions on being SunSmart on-site.

• Clinton asks what some things are that can be done to be SunSmart on-site.

• Joanne emphasizes the importance of wearing protective gear and sunscreen.

• She mentions that Dangerous Sun Overhead educates people on what they don't know about sun safety.

Importance of Sun Safety on Site

In this section, the speaker emphasizes the importance of sun safety measures on site and provides examples of how to protect oneself from ultraviolet radiation.

Ultraviolet Radiation and Skin Cancer

• Ultraviolet radiation causes skin cancer.

• Use an app like SunSmart to check daily UV levels and determine when to protect yourself.

• Between 7:30 a.m. and 3:40 p.m. is when protection is needed in Brisbane.

• Workers need to be informed about when they need to protect themselves from UV radiation.

Core Flutes for Sunscreen Application

• Core flutes can be used as a reminder for workers to apply sunscreen regularly.

• The speaker's branding and signage are relevant for tradies.

Education Services for Employers

• Employers have legal obligations around communication and education regarding sun safety measures.

• Outside help may be necessary to change worker behavior towards sun safety measures.

• Education services cover topics such as how ultraviolet radiation affects the skin, what UV levels mean, risk assessment questionnaires, and how to act based on your risk level.

Promoting Suicide Prevention and Safety in the Construction Industry

In this section, Joey discusses how his company promotes suicide prevention and safety in the construction industry. He also talks about the legal help available to workers and support agencies that can assist them.

Suicide Prevention and Legal Help

• Joey's company promotes suicide prevention in the construction industry.

• They provide information on where workers can get legal help, such as accessing their superannuation.

• The company takes a holistic approach to support workers through their diagnosis by providing access to support agencies.

Reaching Smaller Businesses

• Smaller businesses may not have the time or resources for education programs.

• Joey suggests partnering with unsafety hubs or speaking to management at smaller businesses to provide tools and control measures for on-site safety.

• One example of addressing smaller businesses is through partnerships with organizations like BIRT Builders Employers Redundancy Trust.

Government Backed Assistance

• There is no government-backed assistance for courses or education related to outdoor industry safety.

• Workplace health and safety policies are changing to include outdoor industries, but there is still a need for education programs.

Contact Information

• Joey's company website is WWH SMI tlg. They also have a Facebook page where people can find more information about promoting safety on worksites.

Ten Years at Tumblr

In this section, the speaker talks about their experience working at Tumblr for ten years and the company's goal to reach 50,000 attendees by the end of the year.

Experience Working at Tumblr

• The speaker mentions that they have been working at Tumblr for ten years.

• They talk about their involvement in a program aimed at reaching 50,000 attendees by the end of the year.

Company Goal

• The speaker mentions that the company's goal is to reach 50,000 attendees by the end of this year.

• They mention that currently, they have around nine and a half thousand attendees.