Title: +038=627.001-##001T_03-Fasadevasksystem NorAcon - International Code of Practice (ICOP).pdf
IRATA International code of practice for industrial rope access Part 3 of 5: Informative annexes: Annex O: Protecting rope access technicians against environmental conditionsO.5.4.4.3 sun.The first application of sunscreen should be at least 20 minutes before exposure to theO.5.4.4.4 Choose a sunscreen that is water resistant for longer-lasting protection.O.5.4.4.5 Apply sunscreens liberally, regularly and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, paying special attention to covering the ears, scalp, lips, neck, backs of hands and any other exposed skin.NOTE any significant protection from UV exposure.Rope access technicians with a natural sun tan also need to apply sunscreen. A tan does not provideIn the absence of clear manufacturer’s instructions, sunscreens should be reapplied at O.5.4.4.6 least every two hours and each time a person might have compromised the covering, e.g. due to heavy perspiration; submersion in water.