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Home » US Law » 2022 Code of Virginia » Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce » Chapter 24.1 - Tanning Facilities

§ 59.1-310.1. Definitions

As used in this chapter unless the context requires otherwise: “Fitzpatrick scale” means the following scale for classifying a skin type, based on the skin’s reaction to the first 10 to 45 minutes of sun exposure after the winter season: Skin Type: Sunburning and Tanning History 1 Always burns easily; never tans 2 Always burns […]

§ 59.1-310.2. Federal law compliance; application of chapter

A tanning device utilized by a tanning facility shall comply with all applicable federal laws and regulations. This chapter shall not apply to a phototherapy device used by or under the supervision of a licensed physician trained in the use of phototherapy devices. 1990, c. 776.

§ 59.1-310.3. Notice to customers; liability

A. A tanning facility shall give each customer a written statement warning that: 1. Failure to use the eye protection provided to the customer by the tanning facility may result in damage to the eyes; 2. Overexposure to ultraviolet light causes burns; 3. Repeated exposure may result in premature aging of the skin and skin […]

§ 59.1-310.4. Warning signs

A. A tanning facility shall post a warning sign in a conspicuous location where it is readily readable by persons entering the establishment. The sign shall contain the following warning: DANGER: ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION Repeated exposure to ultraviolet radiation may cause chronic sun damage to the skin characterized by wrinkling, dryness, fragility, and bruising of the […]

§ 59.1-310.5. Operational requirements

A. A tanning facility shall have an operator present during operating hours. The operator shall be sufficiently knowledgeable in the correct operation of the tanning devices used at the facility and shall inform and assist each customer in the proper use of the tanning device. B. The owner or his designee shall identify the skin […]

§ 59.1-310.6. Violations of chapter; penalty

Any person other than a customer, who knowingly and willfully violates any statute pertaining to the operation of tanning facilities shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor. 1990, c. 776.