Tanning Lamps

Even though there is no safe way to tan, the use of tanning equipment (sunlamps or tanning beds) has become increasingly popular. A tan from the sun's rays or under lights in a tanning salon will damage your skin. If you do decide, however, to acquire or enhance a tan using tanning equipment, it is important to be aware of the hazards involved so you can make an informed decision about the amount of ultraviolet radiation you receive.

For safety guidelines and general information about tanning equipment

• Guidelines for Tanning Salon Owners, Operators, and Users, 2005 This booklet is designed to give tanning salon owners, operators and users of tanning salons a fundamental understanding of ultraviolet radiation and its effects on people. It discusses the risks of tanning, provides information on certain cosmetic and medicinal products that increase ultraviolet effects, and provides a list of general guidelines. The final section contains a series of questions for tanning salon personnel to test their knowledge and understanding of the information in this booklet.
  
  

  Tanning Equipment - Warning Signs [JPG] [EPS] [PDF]

  
  
  
• It’s Your Health: Preventing Skin Cancer
• Tanning Under Lights

For information regarding tanning equipment regulations

• Frequently Asked Questions on the Radiation Emitting Devices Regulations (Tanning Equipment)
• *NEW* Regulations Amending the Radiation Emitting Devices Regulations (Tanning Equipment) published on Feb. 23, 2005 in Canada Gazette Part II

For information on what Health Canada does to protect Canadians in this area

• Lasers and Electro-Optics

To make an inquiry regarding tanning lamps

• Contact the Consumer and Clinical Radiation Protection Bureau