Originally Posted by obiwan (Post 4703304)

thats good, fortunately some employers are actually doing something about the hazards...

i just really worry for our kids given their really sensitive skin (which WILL be scarred for life unless necessary precautions are taken)...the amount of time they spend under the sun in school (deadly 10am-2pm sun at that) is frightening....

Originally Posted by moneypen20 (Post 4703250)

From experience, little one's have absolutely no problem smearing all sorts of stuff all over themselves. Just tell yours that they are not allowed to do it :thumbsup:

Originally Posted by herrchook (Post 4703728)

I am really quite shocked reading some of the replies in this thread. I was really sure that Aussie schools would be top of the class when it came to sun protection.:(

BTW, we just bought a Boots sun tan that lasts for 6 hours. Bit like p20 but higher factors. We got a factor 40 for the kids and applied it to them before dressing around 8am when we were on holiday. Just needed a quick re-appliction after lunch and they were sorted. That kind of thing would at least ensure kids at school were still covered during lunch breaks.

Someone on another site recently recommendd a site to me that sells UV protecting clothes, inc great shorts and tshirts. The manufacturer who uses this kind of material in school uniforms is going to make a fortune:thumbup: .

Originally Posted by obiwan (Post 4702903)

I visited a couple of primary schools yesterday and I was surprised at how the kids are allowed to just play outdoors wearing shorts and short sleeved shirts at 1130AM (when UV is at its harshest).

I understand that a hat is required but that only helps shade the face. wouldnt it be better if they were allowed to wear long sleeves shirts, is there an option for parents to do this?

Dont people here learn? with all the constant medical advice saying NOT to expose yourself? I have seen the skin of the older ozzies, those in their 50-60s and it is TERRIBLE! aside from melanoma it looks like their arms were slow roasted! all wrinkled, damaged, with black spots etc...

Ok so their generation clearly did not know any better....but this generation supposedly knows better.

Are parents allowed to choose a pants or long sleeves version of the school uniform?

Originally Posted by herrchook (Post 4703728)

I am really quite shocked reading some of the replies in this thread. I was really sure that Aussie schools would be top of the class when it came to sun protection.:(

BTW, we just bought a Boots sun tan that lasts for 6 hours. Bit like p20 but higher factors. We got a factor 40 for the kids and applied it to them before dressing around 8am when we were on holiday. Just needed a quick re-appliction after lunch and they were sorted. That kind of thing would at least ensure kids at school were still covered during lunch breaks.

Someone on another site recently recommendd a site to me that sells UV protecting clothes, inc great shorts and tshirts. The manufacturer who uses this kind of material in school uniforms is going to make a fortune:thumbup: .

Originally Posted by Gibbo (Post 4704091)

You cannot expect schools to take complete responsibility for protecting children from sun damage. Parents have to teach their children to apply sunscreen, wear a hat etc. Schools in NSW have the no hat no play rule and sport is conducted in the morning in summer and and afternoon in winter. I assume other states have similar protocols in place. Teachers have enough to do without having to apply sunscreen to children. It is a parents responsibility to ensure that their children are made aware of the dangers of exposure to the sun.
I get so annoyed listening to people putting the onus on to teachers for things that are a parents responsibility.

Originally Posted by biggy (Post 4704022)

my kids uniforms are 50+ and are $17 each with the school logo on...bloody bargain I say :)

Originally Posted by herrchook (Post 4704572)

That's a fantastic price. Would cost the earth if they did them here. The blazer alone at our local primary school is £60!!!! And they only wear them for about a fortnight:mad:

Gill

Originally Posted by nzer57 (Post 4704109)

Is total protection from sunlight a good idea for children through to adults and will it increase or decrease their risk of cancers or other significant health risks over time?

Originally Posted by nzer57 (Post 4704789)

I'll throw another couple of questions in here to get you guys thinking.

Why is it important for kids to wear something on there head and why do schools provide shaddy areas?

Clue. Nothing to do with UV or skin damage.