RA035 - Sunbeds Risk Assessment

Sunbeds Risk Assessment

This risk assessment is for salons, tanning shops and beauty businesses that offer UV sunbeds or other UV tanning equipment, whether staffed or with self-service booths. The law on sunbeds is strict, and it differs between England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. This guide covers age checks, UV exposure, timers, cleaning and the duties that apply where you trade.

What you'll get

• The under-18 ban and how to prove you took all reasonable steps
• The extra rules in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
• The main hazards for clients and staff, and how to control them
• A worked tanning salon example and a blank assessment to complete
• How to keep your assessment and age-check records up to date

Part of the SOU Health & Safety Toolkit

Written for UK hair, beauty, nail and barbering businesses and branded ready to download. Free for SOU PRO and CEO members.

This resource is general guidance in line with UK health and safety law. It does not replace your own risk assessments or professional advice, and you remain responsible for health and safety in your salon. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Salon Owners United and its partners accept no liability for any loss arising from its use.