Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know when the SPF50 dispenser needs refilling?
A: The dispenser is supplied with a 1 litre SPF50 refill, ready for use on delivery. Check the dispenser regularly during periods of high site usage, as demand increases significantly during warmer months or when a larger workforce is on site. Running the dispenser empty removes the protection the station is designed to provide, so refill checks should form part of a routine welfare inspection.
Q: What does the UV index chart on the station actually tell me?
A: The UV index is a scale indicating the strength of ultraviolet radiation on a given day, with higher values representing greater risk of skin damage from unprotected exposure. The chart on this station gives workers a quick visual reference to judge how much protection they need before starting outdoor tasks. On days showing a higher UV index, workers should apply sun cream more frequently and consider additional measures such as shade or protective clothing. The chart does not replace checking a live, location-specific UV forecast for the site's exact conditions.
Q: What doesn't this station cover in terms of sun protection?
A: The station provides SPF50 sun cream and awareness guidance, but it doesn't provide shade, protective clothing, or scheduling adjustments, all of which contribute to reducing UV exposure risk. It's not a substitute for wider sun safety planning on site, particularly during periods of sustained high UV index. Workers with pre-existing skin conditions or sun sensitivity may need additional advice beyond what the station's signage covers.
Q: Why choose a dispenser station over just handing out sun cream tubes?
A: A dispenser station places sun cream at a fixed, visible point that workers pass regularly, rather than relying on individual tubes being carried, remembered, or shared between workers. It's also more hygienic than shared tubes and easier to monitor for stock levels than tracking individual bottles across a workforce. The mirror and UV chart add awareness elements that a simple tube handout doesn't provide.
Q: Can the station be moved around the site as needed?
A: Yes. The trolley is free-standing and fitted with wheels, allowing it to be relocated between welfare areas, muster points, and site entrances without dismantling the signage or dispenser. This makes it suited to sites where work areas and welfare provisions shift as a project progresses.
Q: How long does the included SPF50 refill typically last on a busy site?
A: Usage varies significantly with workforce size and time of year, with demand rising sharply during warmer months and larger site populations. Monitor the dispenser during periods of high outdoor activity and reorder refills before stock runs low, rather than waiting until the dispenser runs empty.
Q: How do I keep this station topped up with SPF50 refills across multiple sites?
A: CMT Group's EDGE portal allows procurement teams to manage repeat orders for consumables such as SPF50 refills across multiple sites from a single account, with budgets and users assigned per project. The EDGE App also gives site managers live stock visibility and the ability to place refill orders in seconds from site. This makes it straightforward to keep sun safety provision consistent across a multi-site operation.
Q: How do I know CMT Group is a reliable supplier for ongoing welfare provisions like this?
A: CMT Group has grown from a small South-East England supplier in 2010 into one of the UK's fastest-growing independent suppliers of construction and site equipment, with Trustpilot and reviews.io ratings of Excellent reflecting consistent service quality. The MAX Sun Safety Station Trolley is part of CMT Group's own welfare and safety range, giving buyers a single point of contact for both the station and its ongoing SPF50 refills.
