Annex 1

(Art. 2)

Use of solariums

1 UV types of solarium

Solarium UV type	Effective irradiance W/m2
	UVB radiation component250 nm < λ ≤ 320 nm	UVA radiation component320 nm < λ ≤ 400 nm
1	< 0.0005	≥ 0.15
2	0.0005 to 0.15	≥ 0.15
3	< 0.15	< 0.15
4	≥ 0.15	< 0.15

2 Exposure schedule

The following settings must be available for each specific type of device and be easily adjustable on the device by the users:

Session series	Session	Irradiation time	Irradiation quantity^1^	Waiting period before next treatment	% of maximum annual dose^2^
1	1stsession with non-tanned skin	Operator indication	max. 100 J/m2	48 hours	Operator indication
	2ndsession with non-tanned skin	Operator indication min. 10 minutes	max. 250 J/m2	48 hours	Operator indication
	Following session 1	Operator indication min. 10 minutes	Operator indication max. 600 J/m2	48 hours	Operator indication
	Following session 2	Operator indication min. 10 minutes	Operator indication max. 600 J/m2	48 hours	Operator indication
	Following session …	Operator indication min. 10 minutes	Operator indication max. 600 J/m2	48 hours	Operator indication
	Total session series		Max. 3000 J/m2		Total session 1
2	Total session series 2		Max. 3000 J/m2		Total session 2
…	Total session series …		Max. 3000 J/m2		Total series …
All session series	Total				Total year max. 25 000 J/m2

3 Risk groups

3.1 Information on the risk groups listed below must be posted in the entrance to the establishment; the information must be easily visible and readable on a DIN A1 size poster and written in the official languages of the relevant canton and in English.

3.2 The risk groups are:

3.2.1 Persons who suffer or have suffered from skin cancer;

3.2.2 Persons with an increased risk of skin cancer, particularly if:

1. they have a first-degree relative with a history of melanoma,
2. they have a history of frequent severe sunburn during childhood,
3. they have moles indicating an increased risk of skin cancer (more than 16 moles, asymmetrical irregularly shaped moles larger than 5 millimetres in diameter with variable pigmentation or irregular borders);

3.2.3 Persons sensitive to UV radiation who:

a. suffer from sunburn,

b. are not able to tan at all or burn easily when exposed to the sun,

c. tend to freckle,

d. have abnormal discoloured patches on the skin,

e. have a natural red hair colour,

f. are being treated for photosensitivity,

g. are receiving photosensitising medications.

4 Dangers and Measures

4.1 The following information on the dangers and measures must be posted in close proximity to the devices, be easily visible and readable on a DIN A1 size poster and written in the official languages of the relevant canton and in English.

4.2 The operator must inform users that:

4.2.1 UV radiation from solariums can cause irreversible skin or eye damage, such as skin cancer or lens opacity (cataracts);

4.2.2 UV radiation at any age and particularly at an early age increases the risk of skin damage in later life;

4.2.3 after overexposure to UV radiation, the skin may develop sunburn, premature skin aging may occur, and the risk of skin cancer may be increased;

4.2.4 certain medicines may increase UV sensitivity; in the event of any doubt, a physician or a pharmacist can provide advice in this regard;

4.2.5 an interval of at least 48 hours should be left between the first two UV exposure sessions;

4.2.6 if erythema (skin reddening) occurs after the UV exposure, sessions planned in accordance with the UV exposure schedule may be restarted only after one week;

4.2.7 they must not sunbathe and use the solarium on the same day;

4.2.8 when visiting the solarium:

1. they must remove cosmetics and not use any sunscreens or products which accelerate tanning,
2. they must always wear suitable goggles and protect sensitive skin areas such as scars, tattoos and the genitals from exposure;

4.2.9 prior to an irradiation session, they should consult a physician if:

a. they have a pronounced sensitivity or an allergic reaction to UV radiation,

b. unexpected effects, such as itching, occur within 48 hours after the first UV exposure session,

c. persistent lumps or sores appear on the skin, or if there are changes in pigmented moles.

Footnotes

1. Weighted according to the erythema action spectrum of Standard SN EN 60335-2-27:2013, «Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation». ↩

2. Weighted with the effect spectrum for non-melanocytic skin cancer SN EN 60335-2-27:2013, of Standard SN EN 60335-2-27:2013,«Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation». ↩