The regulation is based on a European directive (Council directive 2006/25/EC on workers’ protection) and has been implemented into national regulations in all EU countries. The damaging effects of daylight and sunlight are not part of these statements. These are a matter of interest for dermatologists and climate researchers, who are increasingly voicing concerns relating to the changes in spectral composition of the solar radiation incident on earth. Also, behavioural scientists are questioning human habits, preferences and needs and issue warnings – just as dermatologists – about uncontrolled sunlight exposure for cosmetic and fashion-related reasons instead of regulating exposure.
