OAR 333-119-0090
Specific Requirements: Protection of Consumers


The registrant and operators are responsible for protecting the customers from overexposure to Ultraviolet Light by ensuring that:

(1)

Only one customer may occupy the tanning room. In the case of a customer using a tanning device who may need the aid or assistance from another person, that individual must also be provided with and wear protective eyewear.

(2)

No customer under the age of 18 years shall be allowed to use a tanning device without a completed Oregon Underage Tanning Medical Recommendation form completed by a licensed physician and identification. The recommendation:

(a)

Must identify the physician and client and describe the recommended tanning session frequency(s) and duration(s);

(b)

Must identify dates for starting and ending of the tanning sessions; and

(c)

Cannot exceed the exposure scheduled per OAR 333-119-0100 (Specific Requirements: Equipment)(14)(b).

(3)

A sign shall be posted in conspicuous view at or near the reception area with the following text in a minimum of at least 36 point type:
“PERSONS UNDER AGE 18 ARE NOT ALLOWED TO USE A TANNING DEVICE WITHOUT A WRITTEN RECOMMENDATION FROM A LICENSED PHYSICIAN”

(4)

Each person using a tanning device shall be instructed by the operator on the maximum exposure time and proper exposure distance, as recommended by the manufacturer of the device. The operator shall also instruct the customer as to the location and proper operation of the tanning device’s emergency shut off switch.

(5)

Infants and minors are not permitted to be in the tanning device room during exposure by parents or guardians.

(6)

Tanning operators shall limit exposure time to the device manufacturer’s recommendations. The maximum exposure time recommended by the manufacturer of the device shall not be exceeded in any 24-hour period.

(7)

A copy of the manufacturer’s recommended exposure schedule shall be maintained at the remote timer controls for each device.

(8)

At the time of their initial visit, all clients shall have their skin type determined according to the Fitzpatrick Skin Type Scale, and their skin type recorded in the client record.

(9)

Tanning operators shall maintain a list of the common photosensitizing agents as provided by the Public Health Division, FDA, or other appropriate authorities, available for review by customers.

(10)

Tanning facilities are prohibited from controlling the use of tanning devices solely with token timer systems or a mechanical timer system.

Source: Rule 333-119-0090 — Specific Requirements: Protection of Consumers, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=333-119-0090.

Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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