Health risk sunshine Construction workers need more protection

Construction workers, farmers & Co: Good sun protection is important
At present, the danger is still low in this country, but soon we are likely to face hot summer days. If you stay a lot in the sun, you should pay attention to sufficient sunscreen. This is especially true for "outdoor workers" such as farmers or construction workers.

Heat-induced cardiovascular failure
An end to the dull weather is in sight: According to forecasts summer temperatures will soon prevail here. Health experts point out again and again that you should not spend too much time under the hot sun to avoid discomfort or illnesses. However, this is difficult for certain professions. You have to protect yourself in the job. Especially "outdoor workers" such as farmers or construction workers should not be negligent when it comes to sun protection at work, as there are always cardiovascular failure caused by heat.

Especially people who work a lot outdoors need adequate sun protection. (Image: ftfoxfoto - fotolia)

Workers absolutely have to drink a lot
In individual cases, this can lead to death, as the vice-president of the Association of Plant and Factory Physicians in Berlin, Anette Wahl-Wachendorf, told the news agency dpa. Therefore, it is important to drink enough. How much water should be drunk depends, among other things, on the temperatures. At over 20 degrees, two to three liters should be the minimum. It is always pointed out that offers for quenching thirsty especially mineral water or unsweetened teas and diluted fruit juices. On sugary drinks or beer should be waived in any case.

Ensure adequate sun protection
Employees should ideally spend the breaks in the shade. In addition, according to the expert, it is good to start earlier in the morning and then stay longer at noon to avoid the hottest time of the day. Furthermore, construction workers should keep their shirts on even at high temperatures. The head is best protected with a hat. Face, ears and arms should be creamed with sufficient sunscreen. People who work alot outdoors have a higher risk of developing skin cancer. In Germany, skin cancer has been recognized as an occupational disease since the beginning of the year. Sufficient protection can reduce the risk. (Ad)