The Effects of Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) Hazards on Construction WorkersFAISAL  BINYAHYA

What is (UVR)?Electromagnetic radiation is transmitted in the form of waves. The waves can be described by their wavelength or frequency and their amplitude. (Canadian Center for occupational and safety, 2013)

(Canadian Center for occupational and safety, 2013)

Skin cancer (Melanoma)

Erythema (sun burning) and eye damage 

Underestimation of UVR hazards 

UVR sources 

How UVR affects workers' health?

World Organization health (2002)

Measure UVR  

Dosimeter

Most workers affected by UVR

Hazards Control ( Engineering control)

Administrative controls 

PPE

Best way to be protected from UVR

The most effective controls (The Cancer Council Victoria, P.19)

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Monk, B & Currie, C. (2000). Clinical and Experimental Dermatology. Welding and non-

melanoma skin cancer. 25, 25–29.

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World Health Organization (2002). Global Solar UV Index: A Practical Guide.

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