The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County inspects all permitted tanning facilities a minimum of two times per year to ensure that minimum health and safety standards are met. There are risks associated with overexposure to ultraviolet 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.
Licenses for tanning facilities are issued by the county health department, and must be renewed annually.
How to obtain a tanning facilities license:
- Contact the Environmental Health Office and consult with an Environmental Specialist.
- Submit all necessary paperwork to Environmental Health, including
- A floor plan drawn to scale of the facility
- A license application and required operating and safety procedures
- The required license fee. The fee is based on the number of tanning devices in your facility. The health department can help you calculate the correct fee for your facility.