REVISED MAY 5, 2020

MINIMUM STANDARD HEALTH PROTOCOLS
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 CHECKLIST FOR TANNING SALON CUSTOMERS

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The following are the minimum recommended health protocols for all tanning salon customers. These minimum
health protocols are not a limit on the health protocols that individuals may adopt. Individuals are encouraged to
adopt additional protocols consistent with their specific needs and circumstances to help protect the health and
safety of all Texans.
The virus that causes COVID-19 can be spread to others by infected persons who have few or no symptoms. Even if
an infected person is only mildly ill, the people they spread it to may become seriously ill or even die, especially if that
person is 65 or older with pre-existing health conditions that place them at higher risk. Because of the hidden nature
of this threat, everyone should rigorously follow the practices specified in these protocols, all of which facilitate a safe
and measured reopening of Texas. The virus that causes COVID-19 is still circulating in our communities. We should
continue to observe practices that protect everyone, including those who are most vulnerable.
Please note, public health guidance cannot anticipate every unique situation. Individuals should stay informed and
take actions based on common sense and wise judgment that will protect health and support economic revitalization.

Health protocols for customers:

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Consistent with the actions taken by many individuals across the state, and because of the close proximity
between individuals inside tanning salons, consider wearing cloth face coverings (over the nose and mouth)
except when it interferes with the service being provided. If available, individuals should consider wearing
non-medical grade face masks. Wearing a mask is of utmost importance because of the close proximity
between individuals in these settings.
Maintain at least 6 feet separation from other individuals. If such distancing is not feasible, other measures
such as face covering, hand hygiene, cough etiquette, cleanliness, and sanitation should be rigorously
practiced.
Self-screen before going into a tanning salon for any of the following new or worsening signs or symptoms of
possible COVID-19:

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Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty
breathing
Chills

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Repeated shaking with chills
Muscle pain
Headache

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Sore throat
Loss of taste or smell
Diarrhea
Feeling feverish or a measured temperature
greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees
Fahrenheit
Known close contact with a person who is lab
confirmed to have COVID-19

Wash or disinfect hands upon entering a tanning salon and after any interaction with employees,
contractors, other customers, or items in the tanning salon.
Wash or sanitize hands after the payment process.
Individuals aged 65 or older are at a higher risk of COVID-19. To the extent possible, avoid contact within
6 feet with individuals aged 65 and older. Individuals aged 65 and older should stay at home as much
as possible.