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Patio Season Starts with Sun Safety
Simple steps today can help protect your skin for years to come
Sun Safety for the Patio Crew
Patio season is the best time of the year in Canada, but for restaurant servers, it means long hours moving between shade and direct UV rays. Sun protection shouldn't feel like a lecture, it should be as routine as tying your apron.
Outdoor workers face a significantly higher risk of skin damage due to extended exposure during peak UV hours (10 AM to 4 PM). While guests enjoy a meal under the umbrella, servers and patio staff are constantly moving between sun and shade.
Save Your Skin Foundation and Brown’s Socialhouse are teaming up to promote simple safety guidelines for outdoor staff:
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Apply SPF 30+ at least 20 minutes before heading outside for your shift.
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Wear full-spectrum sunglasses to protect your eyes from invisible UVA/UVB rays.
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Keep SPF lip balm (15+) and water close by at your station.
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Take shade breaks whenever possible during long afternoon rushes.
Are You #PatioReady?
The pre-shift routine for outdoor staff:
Clock In & SPF On: Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen before your first table.
Hydration Ready: Keep a water bottle handy near your station.
Shade & Eyes: Wear UV-blocking sunglasses and take shade breaks when possible.
Mid-Shift Reapply: Set a reminder to reapply during long afternoon rushes.
Trending on the Patio
Follow along with Brown’s team members as they share their pre-shift routines, #PatioShiftChecks, and behind-the-scenes sun safety tips.
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Sun Safety & Skin Cancer Resources
Enjoying patio season goes hand-in-hand with staying informed. Explore our quick guides on UV protection, skin checks, and patient support below.
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