Sunsmart 'What I already know'

Select all that apply:

Which type of sunscreen gives the best possible sun protection

• SPF 30

• SPF 15

• SPF 50

• All sunscreens are the same

Answer explanation

SPF 30 and above provide the best sun protection!

What are the 5 SunSmart steps?

Answer explanation

SLIP, SLOP, SLAP, SEEK and SLIDE

How often should you reapply sunscreen if swimming or sweating?

• Every 4 hours

• Every 2 hours or more often

• Whenever you feel like you need to

• Every 5 hours

How long before you go in the sun should you apply sunscreen?

• 10 mins

• 40 mins

• 20 mins

• 5 mins

If I am in the shade, can UV still reach me

• True

• False

Answer explanation

UV can be scattered and reflected off different surfaces so it can still reach you in the shade.

How long does sunscreen last for?

• It lasts forever

• It has an expiry date

Answer explanation

Always check the expiry date on sunscreen

Is a singlet top or a t-shirt better for playing outside?

• Singlet

• T-shirt

Answer explanation

Because a T-shirt covers more skin

If the UV is more than 3 and its cold outside you don't need to use sun protection

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Whenever the UV level is 3 or higher you need sun protection even if its cold

What does sun protection aim to do?

Answer explanation

prevent getting burnt, therefore reducing the risk gaining skin cancer later in life.

What surfaces reflect a lot of UV?

• Rough

• Sticky

• Shiny

• All of the above