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Sun safety for solar installers
You install sun power. Do it without the sunburn. Solar PV installers work on roofs and open arrays in the brightest part of the day, at height, beside reflective panels and metal roofing.
Where the exposure comes from
- Roof work at height in full sun
- Reflection from panels and metal roofing
- Little shade on roofs and arrays
- Small teams moving between sites daily
Controls that work, in order
- Plan roof work for early morning where possible
- Harness-compatible long sleeves and brims
- Pocket tubes in every bakkie and a refill at the depot
- Reapply before going up and at each break
- UV-filter safety glasses
Sunscreen supports shade and clothing; it does not replace them.
Recommended for this sector
Starter Site Pack: R 2,950 a month per 25 workers
Small mobile teams: Starter at the depot plus pocket tubes. R 3,392.50 incl. 15% VAT. Dispenser on loan, 4 L of refills a month, posters, quarterly audit visit, delivery and training refresh. 12-month term.
AI illustration- Sun Station wall dispenser installed free on loan
- Scheduled SPF 50 broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) refills
- Posters, toolbox talk and quarterly audit visit
- Free download for this sector: Reapply-timer card and WhatsApp share card
SPF 50
broad spectrum (UVA/UVB)
Batch + expiry
on every pack, checkable online
Made in SA
for Health Brands SA (Pty) Ltd
Sun Stations
installed free on loan with a Site Pack
Questions from this sector
Can we reapply at height?
Reapply on the ground before going up and at each break. Pocket tubes are easier to carry and use safely than larger packs.
Is sun protection a legal duty?
Section 8 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 requires employers to provide a working environment that is safe and without risk to health, as far as reasonably practicable. Solar UV is a recognised occupational hazard, so it belongs in the risk assessment. This is general information, not legal advice.
Protect your outdoor team this week
Start with a free UV risk assessment: about five minutes, an instant score, ranked actions and a branded PDF for your safety file.