It is an offence:

• to possess or sell a commercial tanning unit or
• conduct a commercial tanning practice that is; offer the use of the unit for fee or reward.

Health risks

Each year in Australia it is estimated that solarium use causes around 281 melanoma (a potentially deadly type of skin cancer) cases 43 melanoma-related deaths and 2 572 new cases of squamous cell carcinoma.

Research also shows that people who use a solarium before the age of 35 have a 59 per cent greater risk of melanoma than those who do not use solariums.

Need to know more...

For more information or to report the unlawful use of a commercial tanning bed contact Radiation Safety Hotline Department of Health Victorian Government on 1300 767 469 or website.

For more information you can also visit the solariums page on the Better Health Channel.