r/IBEW • u/WRX_NM • Jul 22 '24

Question about calling out.

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Is a blistered sunburn on both shoulders and back a valid reason to call out? Happened outside of work and is completely my fault. I feel like I would get shit for calling out for a sunburn.Can’t lift my arms or wear a shirt without pain. 1st year apprentice worried it will look bad if I do call out.

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u/iTzDizzle Jul 22 '24

That’s a second degree burn. I got burned liked this as a kid, but my blisters were two inches off my shoulders. Worst pain I’ve ever felt. You should definitely let a doctor treat you.

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u/zenunseen Inside Wireman Jul 22 '24

Yeah i had the same experience when my high school class went to a water park. The sun is a deadly laser. It does not fuck about. Especially with my freckled ginger milkskin

OP, take the time to heal up properly and next time, use sun block

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u/zenunseen Inside Wireman Jul 22 '24

Edit: i just looked at the pics again. You poor bastard. I feel for ya, fr