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College of Marine and Earth Studies Department of the Month July 2008 Summer is a time for increased vigilance against the dangers of over-exposure to ultra-violet (UV) radiation. In summer, the sun is higher in the sky than other seasons and the earth's atmosphere provides us with less protection from the UV component of sunlight. Also we tend to spend more time outdoors during the summer. In 2008 it is expected that about 62,000 persons will develop a skin melanoma; 65% of these cases will be caused by exposure to UV.continue>>>

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The Mission of the Department of Occupational Health and Safety is to maintain a safe and healthful campus environment in concert with the mission of the institution while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations.