Sun Safe campaign shines spotlight on outdoor work

A campaign to make Derbyshire one of the most sun safe places in the country is getting to work on people that earn a living outdoors.

Since 2015, BBC Radio Derby has been campaigning to raise awareness of the dangers the sunshine can pose in memory of presenter and Derby County commentator Colin Bloomfield, who died aged 33 from melanoma skin cancer.

Firms and people who work outside - including roofers, gardeners, farmers and delivery drivers - are being urged to sign up for a free online course.

BBC Radio Derby executive producer Rachael Gilchrist said people working outdoors were exposed to eight times more radiation than indoor workers.

She said: "Preventing skin cancer for future generations was something Colin was very passionate about and is an important part of his legacy.

"Outdoor workers are the highest risk for all skin cancers.

"We are hoping that by reaching out to those who work outside regularly, we can help them to stay safe in the sun."

The free online course is available for a limited time through BBC Radio Derby's Make a Difference page and can be complete in under an hour.

The interactive course is aimed at people who work outdoors and offers advice and information about skin that is exposed to UV and sun consistently.

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