Which of the following is a SunSmart policy example (school or workplace)?

• A. Shade in playgrounds and schools, free sunscreen at schools, PE class outside peak UV hours
• B. Mandatory SunSmart policies in school (no hat, no play), workplace regulations for sun protection e.g hats
• C. SunSmart working with schools, SunSmart community partners with the Cancer Council
• D. Teaching students how to read UV index and apply sunscreen

Answer: (B)

SunSmart policy is about formal rules in schools and workplaces that require sun protection during outdoor activities, creating clear, enforceable expectations rather than just offering advice or resources. The statement that describes a school rule mandating hats for outdoor play and workplace regulations for sun protection fits this idea perfectly. It moves protection from optional tips to an actual policy people must follow, which is what SunSmart programs aim to achieve—consistent practices across the environment to reduce UV exposure.

The other options describe resources or educational activities, or partnerships, rather than set rules that govern behavior. Shade and sunscreen provision, learning about the UV index, or collaboration with partners are important components of SunSmart strategies, but they don’t by themselves constitute a policy.