Skin Cancer - Safety Talk

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© PA Services Group - SMARTsafe 2013 Document Number: ST066
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Skin Cancer
SAFETY AWARENESS KEPT SIMPLE
SMARTsafe Safety Talks – ST066
This pack contains:
• 7 - Page Talk Text
• 5 - OHP Presentation Slide Pack
Using the talks (Extract “How to Present Safety Talks”):
Plan which topic you want to discuss with your team.
Read through the script before you hold the meeting to
familiarise yourself with the material.
Start the talk with a comment that makes the topic relevant to
the team. For example, if you have seen a number of people
using ladders incorrectly, use this as your opening comment.
Follow the script but don’t read straight from the page. The
script is only a prompt and it will sound better if you use your
own words.
Ask the questions as they appear in the script. It is important
you do this because they are a lead in to the next section of
your talk.
Give the team enough time to answer the questions. Safety
talks can be boring for the team if you are the only one talking.
Hand out the information sheets as they appear in the script.
Don’t hand out all the information sheets at the start of the talk
otherwise there is a temptation for the team to read ahead and
not listen to the points you are making.
Collect the information sheets at the end of the talk so they
can be used again.
Safety Talk Mini - Delivery Pack
To obtain your full Safety Talk Delivery Pack go to: www.smartsafe.com.au
The full Safety Talk pack contains MS Office
Editable documents :
• 7 - Page Talk Text
• 5 - OHP Presentation Slide Pack
• 10 - A5 talk Handout Sheets
• Assessment and Assessment Answers Sheet
• Employee Attendance Register
• A “How to Present Safety Talks Guide”

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THE RISK OF GETTING SKIN CANCER
You are at risk of getting skin cancer for a number of different reasons.
“Why do you think we have a high risk of getting skin cancer?”
Hand out sheet 1 – Skin Cancer Risk
Many of us have very fair skin that is easily damaged by the sun.
We work, go to school and relax in the sun for long periods of time.
Some of us falsely believe that having a suntan is healthy.
All of these facts place us at risk, and research shows that skin cancer results from exposure to the sun
throughout our lives. The more exposure, the more likely you are to get skin cancer.
The good news is that, almost all skin cancers can be prevented. Before we talk about prevention let’s
discuss what causes skin cancer.
THE CAUSES OF SKIN CANCER
“What is the main cause of skin cancer?”
Hand out sheet 2 – Ultra Violet Radiation
Ultra violet radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer. This type of radiation damages the
skin by causing individual cells to swell. Only ten minutes in the sun can result in damage to unprotected
skin.
Ultra violet radiation also:
leads to premature aging of the skin;
causes sunburn; and
stimulates production of melanin, which is the colouring agent in the skin.
We are exposed to ultra violet radiation throughout our lives and the damage that we do to our skin when
we are children and adolescents can develop into skin cancer later on. Each time we are sunburnt we
increase our chances of getting skin cancer. So, if you work or spend a lot of time in the sun you are
more likely to get skin cancer.
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BCC
BCC accounts for 70 - 80% of skin cancer and is, therefore, the most common. It usually occurs on the
face, ears and torso. It rarely causes death but, if left unattended, it can spread to surrounding tissue
and cause damage or disfigurement. BCC usually occurs as a lump or a scaly, area and is red, pale or
pearly in colour. It can become ulcerated, as it grows, similar to a sore that will not heal.
SCC
SCC is less common than the BCC and accounts for 15 - 20% of skin cancer. SCC grows rapidly over
several months and occurs on areas of the body that are exposed to the sun. If left untreated, it may
spread to other areas of the body and can lead to death.
SCC is a thickened, red, scaly spot that may ulcerate or bleed.
Melanoma
The most dangerous type of skin cancer is the melanoma. It is also the most aggressive form of skin
cancer and can occur anywhere on the body. The danger with this type of skin cancer is that once it has
begun to grow, pieces may break off and spread through the blood system to other body parts. The
good news is that it is the least common form of skin cancer.
The melanoma can appear on the skin as a new spot, freckle or mole, or as an existing freckle or mole
which changes shape or colour. These skin cancers usually have an irregular outline and are more than
one colour.
Approximately 95% of cases of Melanoma can be cured if detected early.
Close to 100% of BCC and SCC skin cancers are curable.
IDENTIFYING SKIN CANCER
“What do you need to do when checking for skin cancer?”
Hand out sheet 4 – Checking for Skin Cancer
When checking for skin cancer it is important to:
realise that a skin cancer is not usually painful;
check the skin for new growths on a regular basis;
get the help of your partner, or use a mirror to check areas you cannot see clearly; and
check areas such as the soles of your feet and the palms of your hands.

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LICENCE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
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without the prior written consent of PA Services Group Pty Ltd. SMARTsafe is a registered trademark of
the PA Services Group.
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loss, damage or injury (including without limitation any loss of profit, indirect, consequential or
incremental loss, damage or injury) arising from the supply of this TALK or use of the MATERIAL and
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branded SMARTsafe perform any obligation or observe any terms of this agreement.
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DISCLAIMER
The information presented in the Safety Talks has been compiled from sources believed reliable.
However it cannot be assumed that all acceptable measures are contained within the talk nor that other
additional measures may not be required under particular, specific or exceptional circumstances and that
your company, manufactures or statutory procedures and rules may apply and take precedence over this
material.

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• Ultraviolet radiation is the main cause of skin
cancer.
• Ultraviolet radiation reflects off surfaces such as
sand, concrete, grass and water.
• Only ten minutes in the sun can result in damage
to unprotected skin.
• Each time we are exposed to ultraviolet radiation
we increase our chances of getting skin cancer.
• The most dangerous time to be exposed to the
sun is between 10am and 3pm.
Sheet 2 – Ultraviolet Radiation

Skin Cancer – ST066 © PA Services Group - SMARTsafe 2013
Check all areas of the body for skin cancer on a
regular basis and remember that skin cancer is
more often seen than felt on the body.
Individuals can lessen the risk of skin cancer
by:
• avoiding the sun between the hours of 10am
and 3pm;
• making use of shaded areas wherever
possible;
• wearing a wide brimmed hat;
• wearing clothing (including sunglasses) to
protect the skin’s surface; and
• using sunscreen as a last line of defence
against the sun’s rays.
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