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7 Things Australian Landscapers, Gardeners and Greenkeepers Should Know About UV on the Job
Seven sourced facts for Australian landscapers, gardeners, greenkeepers and grounds crews: why gardening ranks with farming and construction for UV exposure, why 99% of agricultural workers face solar UVR, Queensland timing constraints, UV reflection from lawn vs concrete, and plants like fig, lemon and lime that can increase sun sensitivity. Plus EcoZinc SPF50 Clear: mineral, zinc-only, chemical UV filter free and made in Brisbane. Read more at ecozinc.com.au.
EcoZinc
5 days ago8 min read


7 Things Aussie Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainers Should Know About UV on the Tools
Plumbing isn't one stint in the sun — it's a roof at 9am, a trench at 11am and a driveway at 2pm. Seven sourced facts for Aussie plumbers, gasfitters and drainers: why ARPANSA's occupational UV limit is typically blown within 10 minutes in summer, and why a trench doesn't help when as much scattered UV comes from the sky as from direct sun. Features EcoZinc Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 Clear — 100% mineral, chemical UV filter free, made in Rocklea, Brisbane. All seven at e
EcoZinc
Aug 77 min read


Sunscreen for Electricians: 7 Things Sparkies and Powerline Crews Should Know About UV
UV reaches an electrician from three directions — off the sky, off the metal and out of the arc. Seven sourced facts for Australian sparkies and high-voltage crews: reflected UV off metal sheeting lifted average exposure by at least 20% (University of Southern Queensland), and arcs emit UVC that sunlight does not (ARPANSA). Features EcoZinc Welders 98% UVC High Protection SPF50+ — 100% mineral, chemical UV filter free, made in Rocklea, Brisbane. Read all seven at ecozinc.com.
EcoZinc
Aug 47 min read


7 Things Aussie Campers and Caravanners Should Know About Sun and Mozzie Season
Camping is days of UV in a row, not one afternoon. Seven sourced things Aussie campers and caravanners should know: why your awning is shade rather than sun protection (ARPANSA), why Queensland's UV Index sits at 3 or above year round (Queensland Health), and why sunscreen goes on before repellent. Features EcoZinc Organic Anti-Mozzie Barrier Tinted SPF50 — 100% mineral, chemical UV filter free, DEET-free, made in Rocklea, Brisbane. Read all seven at ecozinc.com.au.
EcoZinc
Aug 47 min read


Sunscreen for Traffic Controllers and Road Crews: 7 Things to Know Before Your Next Shift
Traffic control is one of the most exposed jobs on any Australian worksite — ten hours in the one spot with no shade. This 7-point guide covers why as much UV reaches you off the open sky as comes straight down from the sun (ARPANSA), why concrete and signage reflect it back up at your face (Safe Work Australia), and why Queensland winter roadworks still burn (Queensland Health). Features EcoZinc Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 Clear — 100% mineral, chemical UV filter free, m
EcoZinc
Aug 37 min read


7 Things Australian Farmers Should Know About Sun Protection on the Farm
Farming is one of the most sun-exposed jobs in Australia, and it doesn't stop at harvest. This 7-point guide covers what farmers actually need to know: why UV has nothing to do with heat, how much UVA gets through cab side glass, why steel sheds bounce it back at you, and the 35 mL reapplication rule (ARPANSA). Features EcoZinc Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 Clear — 100% mineral, chemical UV filter free, made in Rocklea, Brisbane, in 100g, 1kg and 2kg. Read all 7 at ecozinc.
EcoZinc
Aug 37 min read


6 Reasons Fishers, Spearos and Divers Choose EcoZinc Reef-Safe Zinc Sunscreen
On open water, UV hits you from three directions — direct sun, scattered sky and reflection off the surface (ARPANSA). Here are 6 reasons fishers, spearos and divers choose EcoZinc Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF50: a 100% mineral, zinc-only, chemical UV filter free formula made in Rocklea, Brisbane that's reef and fish safe, water resistant and suitable for sensitive skin. Read all 6 and shop the range at ecozinc.com.au.
EcoZinc
Jul 225 min read


7 Reasons Queensland Families Choose EcoZinc Zinc Sunscreen
Raising kids under the Queensland sun means sunscreen every day — Queensland Health reports high-to-extreme UV can damage skin in about 10 minutes, and the Bureau of Meteorology says the UV Index hits 11+ (Extreme) across most of Australia in summer. Here are 7 reasons Queensland families choose EcoZinc Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 Clear: 100% mineral, chemical UV filter free, made in Rocklea, Brisbane, dermatologist tested, suitable for sensitive skin, and reef and fish s
EcoZinc
Jul 225 min read


7 Things Every Safety Officer Should Check Before Buying Bulk Sunscreen for the Crew
If you sign off on sun protection for a crew, the sunscreen you choose is safety equipment — and it's your name on the risk assessment. This guide walks safety officers and bulk buyers through 7 things to check before buying in bulk: WHS duty of care, all-day SPF50 performance, sensitive-skin compliance, verified certifications and cost per use. It features EcoZinc Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 Clear Bulk — 100% mineral, chemical UV filter free, made in Brisbane. Read it at
EcoZinc
Jul 227 min read


7 Reasons Welders Choose EcoZinc for UVA, UVB and UVC Protection on the Job
The electric welding arc is an IARC Group 1 carcinogen that throws the full UV spectrum — including the UVC ordinary sunscreen was never built to block (WorkSafe; Medical Journal of Australia). With Australia's melanoma rate the world's highest and Queensland UV hitting Extreme in summer, welders need real cover. EcoZinc Welders 98% UVC High Protection SPF50+ is a 100% mineral, zinc-only, chemical UV filter free formula made in Rocklea, Brisbane. Read the 7-point guide at eco
EcoZinc
Jul 225 min read


6 Reasons Queensland Families Choose a Queensland-Made Zinc Sunscreen
Queensland has the highest skin cancer rate in the world, and the Bureau of Meteorology regularly rates our UV as "Extreme." That's why families choose EcoZinc Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 Clear — a 100% mineral, chemical UV filter free zinc sunscreen made in Rocklea, Brisbane using Queensland zinc from Advance ZincTek (ASX: ANO). Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB, certified vegan and organic (NSF/ANSI 305), in 100g, 1kg and 2kg sizes. Read the full guide at ecozinc.com.au. Always re
EcoZinc
Jul 84 min read
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