Prioritise UV Protection in the Workplace

Prioritise UV Protection

at the workplace

with Fox and SCJohnson

June 27, 2025

SC Johnson Professional, a trusted supply partner of Fox Trading, is a global expert in workplace skin care, cleaning, and hygiene. Their range includes high-performance UV protection products designed specifically for outdoor and industrial workers — helping employers protect staff and meet their health and safety obligations.

As part of the SC Johnson family company, they bring over a century of experience in creating solutions that are both effective and sustainable.

Their UV protection line, available at Fox, is developed with professional use in mind, offering reliable defence in high-exposure environments.

Read further to learn about the range and importance of UV protection at the workplace.

Why UV Protection Matters at Work

Outdoor workers face daily exposure to harmful UV rays, even on cloudy days. Over time, this can cause skin damage, premature ageing and increase the risk of skin cancer. UV radiation is an invisible hazard that builds over time — and it affects workers even when temperatures are mild. Employers should be aware that in the UK, the UV index frequently exceeds safe levels between April and September, with 80% of UVA rays still penetrating cloud cover.

Simple Steps to Reduce Risk

Employers can significantly reduce UV-related risks by implementing simple yet effective measures. These include scheduling work during cooler parts of the day, providing shaded rest areas, supplying water to avoid dehydration, and encouraging the use of sun protective PPE. Central to any UV strategy is the provision of professional-grade sunscreen. SC Johnson Professional’s Stokoderm® Sun Protect 50 PURE offers broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection against UVA, UVB, and even UVC rays — making it suitable for both outdoor workers and those exposed to artificial UV sources such as welders.

Support Beyond the Product

To help build a UV-safe culture, SC Johnson Professional offers a range of awareness materials and CPD-certified training resources. These tools make it easy for employers to educate teams and encourage regular sunscreen use throughout the working day. Resources include posters, guides, and toolbox talks to help embed good practices across different roles and departments. With the right support in place, UV protection can become a routine part of workplace safety, not an afterthought.

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