Sun Protection Procedure

   All participants are required to bring their own sunscreen for the duration of the program.
   It is recommended that sunscreen have a minimum Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 15.
  Sunscreen containers are to be labelled with the participant's name.

  Sunscreen will be applied prior to going outdoors, and every 60 minutes thereafter.
  For instances where the UV (ultra violet) index registers Very High or Extreme by Environment Canada, additional applications of sunscreen will be made, and time spent outdoors will be limited.
   Aerosol (spray) sunscreen is recommended, especially for those participants who may not be able to apply their own sunscreen.
   S-CAPE staff will monitor and assist when needed, with the application of spray sunscreen.
   Participants bringing lotion-based sunscreen should be able to apply it themselves.
  If it is necessary for staff to assist with the application of lotion-based sunscreen it will be applied to the face, neck, hands, arms, shoulders, and lower legs only.

  When and where staff will be applying lotion-based sunscreen to the participant, written permission from the parent or guardian is required.

  All participants are required to bring their own water bottle for the duration of the program.
  Water bottles are to be labelled with the participant’s name. 
 Water will be available to all participants during the program.

   It is recommended that all participants bring a hat to be worn outdoors.
  Hats are to be labelled with the participant's name.