Bill 130057
Amending Title 6 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Health Code," by adding a new Chapter providing for the regulation of tanning facilities; amending Section 6-102, by adding definitions; and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
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“Mr. President, members of the Council, my name is Kelly Andrews. I live in Fishtown, 610 Gaul Street, and I am a health initiatives representative for the American Cancer Society here in the City. Today I'm speaking on behalf of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, also known as ACS CAN. ACS CAN is the advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society. With me is Diane Phillips, Senior Director for Poli…”
Ms. Andrews · Stated Meeting, May 23, 2013 · May 23, 2013 · official transcript, this passage
“Bill No. 120821, entitled "An ordinance continuing the Roxborough District, a neighborhood improvement district, beyond its termination date in an area that generally includes both sides of Ridge Avenue from Main Street to 7220 Ridge Avenue and certain blocks of streets that intersect that portion of Ridge Avenue; continuing the designation of the Roxborough Development Corporation as the Neighborhood Improvement Dis…”
Chief Clerk · Stated Meeting, May 23, 2013 · May 23, 2013 · official transcript, this passage
“The Committee on Public Health and Human Services, to which was referred Bill No. 130057, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 6 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Health Code,' by adding a new Chapter providing for the regulation of tanning facilities; amending Section 6-102, by adding definitions; and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions," respectfully reports it has considered the sam…”
Chief Clerk · Stated Meeting, May 16, 2013 · May 16, 2013 · official transcript, this passage
“I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill No. 130057. (Duly seconded.)”
Councilwoman Tasco · Stated Meeting, May 16, 2013 · May 16, 2013 · official transcript, this passage
“It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill No. 130057. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)”
Council President Clarke · Stated Meeting, May 16, 2013 · May 16, 2013 · official transcript, this passage
Status timeline
- Jan 31, 2013Introduced and Referred · CITY COUNCIL
- May 15, 2013HEARING NOTICES SENT · Committee on Public Health and Human Services
- May 15, 2013HEARING HELD · Committee on Public Health and Human Services
- May 15, 2013REPORTED FAVORABLY, RULE SUSPENSION REQUESTED · Committee on Public Health and Human Services
- May 16, 2013ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR · CITY COUNCIL
- May 16, 2013SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL · CITY COUNCIL
- May 16, 2013ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK`S SECOND READING CALENDAR · CITY COUNCIL
- May 23, 2013READ AND PASSED · CITY COUNCIL
- Jun 5, 2013SIGNED · MAYOR
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..Title Amending Title 6 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Health Code," by adding a new Chapter providing for the regulation of tanning facilities; amending Section 6-102, by adding definitions; and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions. ..Body THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Title 6 of The Philadelphia Code is hereby amended to read as follows: TITLE 6. HEALTH CODE * * * CHAPTER 6-100. GENERAL PROVISIONS * * * § 6-102. Definitions. * * * (37.1) Minor. Any person under eighteen (18) years of age. * * * (40.1) Phototherapy device. Equipment that emits ultraviolet radiation and is used by health care professionals in the treatment of disease. * * * (51) Tanning Equipment or Device. Equipment that emits ultraviolet (UV) radiation and is used for tanning of the skin, including but not limited to, a sunlamp, ultraviolet lamp, tanning booth or tanning bed. The term also includes any accompanying equipment such as protective eyewear, timers and handrails but does not include the following: (a) Phototherapy devices utilized by appropriate health care professionals under the direct supervision of a physician trained in the use of phototherapy devices; (b) Devices used for personal use in a private residence; or (c) Devices used to apply chemicals to the skin to achieve a bronze color, commonly referred to as spray-on, mist-on or sunless tans. (52) Tanning Facility. Any place or business that provides consumers with access to tanning equipment or a tanning device for a fee, membership dues or any other form of compensation. [(51)] (53) * * * [(52)] (54) * * * [(53)] (55) * * * [(54)] (56) * * * CHAPTER 6-1000. TANNING FACILITIES § 6-1001. Requirements. (1) Written Warning Statement. Every customer in a tanning facility shall be provided with a written warning statement requiring the customer's signature prior to initial exposure to any tanning equipment or device in the facility. The warning statement shall include the following wording: (a) Failure to use the eye protection provided to the customer by the tanning facility may result in damage to the eyes. (b) Overexposure to ultraviolet light causes burns. (c) Repeated exposure to ultraviolet light may result in premature aging of the skin and skin cancer. (d) Abnormal skin sensitivity or burning may be caused by reactions of ultraviolet light to certain foods, cosmetics, or medications. (e) Any person taking a prescription or over-the-counter drug should consult a physician before using a tanning device. (f) A person with skin that always burns easily and never tans should avoid a tanning device. (g) A person with a family or past medical history of skin cancer should avoid a tanning device. § 6-1002. Restrictions on Use by Minors. (1) No minor shall be permitted to use any tanning equipment or device in a tanning facility on any occasion unless he or she has the permission of and is accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. (2) Prior to the initial use of any tanning equipment or device by a minor and every six (6) months thereafter, the owner or operator of the tanning facility shall provide the minor's parent or legal guardian with the written warning statement required by Section 6-1001 and shall witness, by the owner or operator's signature, the signing and dating of such statement by the minor's parent or legal guardian. (3) In addition to the other restrictions, relating to minors, set forth in this Section, no person under fourteen (14) years of age shall be permitted to use any tanning equipment or device in a tanning facility without presenting to the owner or operator of the tanning facility the written permission of a licensed doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathic medicine. (4) Records. Records of signed warning statements shall be maintained for all minor customers of a tanning facility for no less than three (3) years. SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall become effective 60 days after it becomes law. __________________________ Explanation: [Brackets] indicate matter deleted. Italics indicate new matter added. ..End