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Tanning

Tanning

The Environmental Public Health Program licenses tanning operations that meet the requirements found in Chapter 64E-17, Florida Administrative Code and both Florida Statutes 381 and 386. To ensure the facility meets these standards prior to licensing, a plan review of the facility is required. The plan must be drawn to scale and show barrier walls or other devices that will shield waiting customers and employees from UV light as well as restroom locations.

If you wish to open a tanning facility or add tanning devices to your current business, you must obtain an operational license.  DOH in Miami-Dade County monitors the facility's operation through regular inspections to assure that required sanitary standards are maintained. DOH MDC must inspect and approve facilities as a prerequisite to issuing an operating license.

There are risks associated with overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) light from tanning beds and booths as there are with overexposure to sunlight. Tanning facility staff will advise you about the maximum exposure time for the particular device you will use, the operation of emergency shutoff controls, the requirement for protective eyewear, and the location of personal hygiene facilities. Tanning bed surfaces and protective eyewear must be sanitized between uses.

Helpful Forms for Operators

 

Questions?

Call 305-623-3505 or 305-623-3509

Email MiamiDadeEH@flhealth.gov