1. A. A tanning facility shall display conspicuously a notice that conforms to the requirements of §B of this regulation.

2. B. The notice shall state:

   1. (1) That it is unlawful for a tanning facility owner, employee, or operator to allow a minor to use any tanning device;
   2. (2) That a tanning facility owner, employee, or operator that violates one or more provisions of this section may be subject to a civil penalty;
   3. (3) The health risks associated with tanning, including skin cancer, premature skin aging, injuries including burns, and adverse reactions when combined with certain medications, foods, and cosmetics; and
   4. (4) That an individual may report a violation of one or more provisions of this chapter to the local law enforcement agency or local health department.

3. C. The notice shall be:

   1. (1) Readily visible and at least 18-point type font; and
   2. (2) Made available to a tanning facility by the Department on the Department’s website.
4. D. The owner or person-in-charge shall ensure that the notice required under this regulation is conspicuously posted and in good condition.

Authority: Health-General Article, §20-106, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: June 29, 2009 (36:13 Md. R. 900)

Regulation .12B amended effective March 14, 2016 (43:5 Md. R. 385)

Chapter revised effective October 5, 2020 (47:20 Md. R. 875)