OAR 333-119-0001: Purpose and Scope

(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.