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Understanding young adults' sun safety practices in the workplace
Emma K Quinn1,2, Ela Rydz1,2, Anita Brobbey1,3
1Department of Oncology, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada.
Work (Reading, Mass.)
|April 15, 2026
Summary
Young outdoor workers know about sun risks but rarely receive training. Despite awareness of skin cancer, most express little concern and few use sun-safe practices at work.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Environmental Health
- Dermatology
Background:
- Young outdoor workers face significant workplace exposure risks.
- Sun-related health risks are a notable concern for this demographic.
- Existing literature highlights elevated risks for outdoor laborers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate young workers' comprehension of sun hazards.
- To assess sun safety practices among young outdoor employees.
- To identify gaps in workplace sun safety education.
Main Methods:
- A survey was administered to 760 young workers (ages 18-25) in Canada and the UK.
- The survey focused on workplace hazards, with a specific module on sun safety for outdoor workers.
- A subset of respondents participated in follow-up focus groups.
Main Results:
- 97% recognized skin cancer risk from sun exposure.
- Only 13.9% received formal sun or heat safety training.
- Over half (65%) reported low concern about workplace sun exposure.
- Adherence to sun-safe practices, like wearing UVR protective clothing (7.5%), was low.
Conclusions:
- Young outdoor workers demonstrate moderate awareness of sun safety.
- There is a significant disconnect between awareness and practice of sun-safe behaviors.
- Workplace interventions are needed to improve sun safety adherence in young outdoor workers.
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