(1) The purpose of this division is to regulate tanning facilities to minimize the risks associated with tanning by artificial Ultraviolet light. These risks include, but may not be limited to:
- (a) Sunburn;
- (b) Premature aging of the skin;
- (c) Skin cancer;
- (d) Retinal damage;
- (e) Formation of cataracts;
- (f) Suppression of the immune system;
- (g) Damage to the vascular system; and
- (h) Improper sanitation of tanning devices.
- (2) The requirements of this division apply to any tanning facility that operates any tanning devices. Physicians' phototherapy devices are exempted, see OAR 333-119-0130(2).
- (3) In addition to the requirements of this division, all registrants are subject to the applicable provisions of other parts of these rules.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 431.925 - 431.955
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 431.925 - 431.955
History
PH 14-2008, f. & cert. ef. 9-15-08
HD 15-1991, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-91