ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2026
Characterising Occupational Solar UVA Exposure Intensity and Self-Reported Health Outcomes Among Outdoor Military Workers in Lohatla, South Africa.
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This study aimed to assess the risks associated with ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure among military outdoor workers at Lohatla Military Base, South Africa, and to inform targeted risk reduction strategies. A quantitative, cross-sectional design was employed, using a questionnaire survey with 161 participants (81% completion rate; 58.39% male; the largest age group was 19-25 years) and five days of objective environmental monitoring. Environmental data confirmed the presence of elevated solar ultraviolet radiation conditions, with peak irradiance levels recorded between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM, while temperature highs frequently exceeded 35 °C (peaking at 39 °C). Statistical analysis using Spearman's rank-order correlation revealed strong positive associations among sun protection behaviours, including wearing protective clothing, hat use, sunscreen use, and avoidance of peak sun exposure hours (ρ values up to 0.764,
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