SunSmart Policy
Orienteering Western Australia Inc ( ) acknowledges that exposure to the sun's harmful UV rays can cause damage to the skin and eyes. As an organisation which seeks to enhance health, will model and promote sun protective behaviours to its constituents.
will:
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In warmer months, where possible, schedule outdoor activities outside the hours of 10.30am – 2.30pm.
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Encourage participants and officials to make use of natural shade from trees, buildings, and other structures.
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Make available Broad Spectrum sunscreen (SPF 15 or above) for coaches', officials' and participants' use wherever possible.
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Encourage officials and participants (once they have finished competing) to:
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Slip on a shirt, preferably a close knit weave long-sleeved shirt with a collar;
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Slop on a sunscreen, which is SPF 15 or above, broad spectrum and water-resistant. Preferably, this should be applied 20 minutes prior to exposure and re-applied every 2 hours. Noses, lips and ears can be given additional protection with zinc cream;
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Slap on a wide brimmed hat that protects the face, neck and ears;
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Wear a pair of sunglasses (that meet the Australian Standard AS 1067) to protect the eyes from the sun's rays.
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Encourage Coaches, Officials and staff to act as role models by practising the Slip, Slop, Slap “SunSmart“ behaviours during all outdoor activities.
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Ensure that clothing sold by conforms to the above guidelines as closely as possible.
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Promote the Sunsmart message in the newsletter, on the website, and by other means as appropriate.
Adopted June 2001
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