Over the summer, Marley’s annual ‘Safe in the Sun’ campaign has been a timely reminder for all construction professionals to think about the potential dangers of sun exposure and working in higher temperatures.
The importance of taking outdoor working conditions seriously is important than ever. Climate change means summers are getting hotter, and builders can protect themselves by taking a few simple safety measures.
And builders’ merchants can play their part too, by helping to encourage workers to think about their health protection, as the thermometer soars, and the sun rays intensify.
Encouragingly, Safe in the Sun, alongside other important awareness raising campaigns, is helping to make a positive contribution across the industry by promoting an essential safety-first message and assisting workers in recognising the dangers and taking steps to reduce the risk.
In a recent Marley survey, a group of construction professionals were asked about their awareness and understanding of staying safe when working outdoors in the summer months. The majority (81%) said they are now ‘extremely aware’ of the dangers of working outside.
In addition, four fifths also stated they can recognise the common signs associated with the onset of dangerous conditions, such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Symptoms including dehydration, tiredness, feeling cold, headaches and dizziness were highlighted as red flags, meaning that when spotted help can be given and remedial action taken.
As part of this year’s Safe in the Sun campaign, Marley is sharing a variety of giveaways to promote safe outdoor working including branded t-shirts and a cooling towel with a drinks flask.
For more information, visit www.marley.co.uk/safeinthesun or use the shortcode www.rdr.link/mbg016
