Golden Tan Solarium management would like those who are considering using a solarium to read the following risks of exposure to ultraviolet radiation from a sun-tanning unit:
- Sun-tanning units emit ultraviolet radiation.
- Exposure to ultraviolet radiation such as from a sun-tanning unit contributes to the skin aging process and skin cancer.
- Intentional sun-tanning unit exposure should be avoided for 48 hours before and after sunlight or sun-tanning unit exposure.
- Protective goggles must be worn at all times while undergoing sun-tanning unit exposure.
- If you have fair skin and burn easily you will not be permitted to used a sun-tanning unit.
- If you are under the age of 18 years you will not be permitted to use a sun-tanning unit.
- There is additional risk, and sun-tanning unit exposure is not recommended, if you:
- have ever been treated for solar keratoses or skin cancer, or
- have a large number of moles, freckles or naevi, or
- have a history of frequent childhood sun burn, or
- burn easily, or
- have ever suffered from an abnormal reaction, or allergy, to sunlight.
- There may be further risk if you are pregnant, taking certain medications by mouth or applying medications or certain cosmetics to the skin.
If there is any doubt in your mind in relation to any of the particulars described in items 3, 7 or 8 above, consult your doctor before undergoing any ultraviolet exposure.