Ultraviolet Radiation
Employers protect workers from exposure to hazardous conditions and substances by providing safety procedures, training and equipment. Workers' exposure to the sun should be no exception. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a serious occupational health hazard for outdoor workers, and a general health hazard for indoor workers. Unprotected sun exposure can damage the skin, lips, eyes and immune system. It contributes to health care costs and, in some states, workers' compensation claim.
Explore this section of the site to:
- Learn about UVA/UVB
- Understand the effects of UV
- Uncover the truth about vitamin D
- Discover more about indoor tanning
- Find answers to all of the frequently asked questions
