Infants keep children under 1 year of age out of direct sunlight. Protect Your Child Year Round children can get sunburnt even on a cloudy day. Children's play areas should be in a shady spot. Listen for Daily UV Index Readings Remember, the higher the number , the faster you can sunburn. Playing or working where it is too hot can cause problems for anyone.
Heat puts stress on our body's cooling system.
Playing in an outdoor play area that is sunny and protected from the wind will result in more heat stress than playing in an areathat is shaded and exposed to summer breezes. As well as immediate sunburn resulting from too much sun, prolonged exposure to sunshine can permanently damage the skin and cause serious problems later in life. On a hot day, the sun can also overheat surfaces such as metal and asphalt. Children can be burned simply by touching these hot surfaces. This will also help protect children from overheating.