EN 16489-1:2014

Professional indoor UV exposure services - Part 1: Requirements for the provision of training

Part 1 of EN 16489 specifies the learning contents essential for the training of indoor UV exposure consultants. Part 1 of EN 16489 also specifies the procedures of how the qualification of the trainees shall be provided and assessed.
Requirements for UV appliances for skin exposure are excluded from this European Standard as they fall within the scope of EN 60335 2 27.

Professionelle Dienstleistungen in Sonnenstudios - Teil 1: Anforderungen an die Bereitstellung von Ausbildungsdienstleistungen

Teil 1 der EN 16489 legt die Lerninhalte fest, die für die Ausbildung von Sonnenstudio-Fachkräften essentiell sind. Teil 1 der EN 16489 legt außerdem die Vorgehensweisen fest, wie die Qualifikation der Auszubildenden ermöglicht und bewertet werden muss.
Anforderungen an UV-Hautbestrahlungsgeräte sind nicht in dieser Europäischen Norm enthalten, da sie in den Anwendungsbereich der EN 60335-2-27 fallen.

Services professionnels de bronzage en cabine - Partie 1: Exigences relatives à la formation du personnel

La Partie 1 de l'EN 16489 spécifie le contenu essentiel de la formation à dispenser aux conseillers en bronzage en cabine. Elle spécifie également les modes opératoires de réalisation et d'évaluation de la qualification des conseillers.
Les exigences relatives aux appareils d'exposition de la peau aux rayonnements ultraviolets ne relèvent pas de la présente Norme européenne, mais de l'EN 60335 2 27.

Strokovne storitve v solarijih - 1. del: Zahteve za zagotavljanje usposabljanja

EN 16489-1 določa učno vsebino, ki je ključnega pomena za usposabljanje strokovnjakov za storitve v solarijih. 1. del standarda EN 16489 določa tudi postopke izvajanja in ocenjevanja kvalifikacij kandidatov. Zahteve za naprave za izpostavljanje kože ultravijoličnemu sevanju niso vključene v ta evropski standard, ker jih obravnava standard EN 60335-2-27.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 08-Apr-2014
• Withdrawal Date: 30-Oct-2014
• ICS: 03.080.30 - Services for consumers
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 412 - Project Committee - Indoor sun exposure services
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 412 - Project Committee - Indoor sun exposure services
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 23-Feb-2022
• Completion Date: 14-Apr-2025
• Ref Project: SIST EN 16489-1:2014 - Professional indoor UV exposure services - Part 1: Requirements for the provision of training

Overview

EN 16489-1:2014 - issued by CEN and approved in April 2014 - defines the requirements for training indoor UV exposure consultants who work in professional tanning facilities. As Part 1 of the EN 16489 series, it specifies mandatory learning content, assessment procedures, attestation and quality assurance for training courses. Requirements for UV appliances themselves are excluded and covered by EN 60335-2-27.

Key topics and technical requirements

• Theoretical training: core subjects include optical radiation (natural vs. artificial), spectral distribution and irradiance (referenced to EN 60335-2-27), skin and eye anatomy, tanning mechanisms, health effects (sunburn, skin cancer risk, photoallergy, effects on tattoos/scars, pregnancy considerations), hygiene and maintenance, national legislation and device safety features.
• Specific contents: 8 subsections (radiation, skin, eye protection, device types, lamps/filters, health effects, responsible exposure and exposure scheduling, hygiene and communication). Annex A provides the Fitzpatrick skin-type chart for skin-type assessment.
• Practical training: hands-on operation of safety features, emergency measures, client communication (advising, warnings, rejection), and creating individual tanning programmes.
• Assessment: theoretical assessment is a multiple-choice test with at least 5 in‑depth questions per subsection; pass criteria are a minimum of 60% per subsection and 70% overall. Practical examination verifies applied skills.
• Attestation and certification: successful trainees receive an attestation stating compliance with EN 16489-1:2014; providers may award the title “European Certified UV Exposure Consultant” if certified.
• Quality assurance: qualified trainers, written course materials, 10-year record retention, and recommendation for third‑party certification.
• Follow-up training: required at least every 5 years or when the standard is substantially amended.

Practical applications

• Use this standard to design, deliver and audit training programs for staff at indoor tanning salons, spas and commercial UV exposure facilities.
• Helps ensure consistent consumer safety, informed client guidance, compliant hygiene practices and documented staff competence.
• Supports regulatory compliance, risk reduction (skin/eye health), and quality management for providers of professional indoor UV exposure services.

Who should use this standard

• Training providers and course developers for tanning staff
• Managers and operators of indoor tanning facilities
• Health and safety officers, auditors, and national standards bodies
• Third‑party certifiers evaluating UV exposure consultant courses

Related standards

• EN 60335-2-27:2013 - safety and technical requirements for appliances for skin exposure (normative reference for device irradiance and safety features).

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Strokovne storitve v solarijih - 1. del: Zahteve za zagotavljanje usposabljanjaProfessionelle Dienstleistungen in Sonnenstudios - Teil 1: Anforderungen an die Bereitstellung von AusbildungsdienstleistungenServices professionnels de bronzage en cabine - Partie 1 : Exigences relatives à la formation du personnelProfessional indoor UV exposure services - Part 1: Requirements for the provision of training03.080.30Storitve za potrošnikeServices for consumersICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16489-1:2014SIST EN 16489-1:2014en,fr,de01-julij-2014SIST EN 16489-1:2014SLOVENSKI
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EN 16489-1
April 2014 ICS 03.080.30 English Version
Professional indoor UV exposure services - Part 1: Requirements for the provision of training
Services professionnels de bronzage en cabine - Partie 1: Exigences relatives à la formation du personnel
Professionelle Dienstleistungen in Sonnenstudios - Teil 1: Anforderungen an die Bereitstellung von Ausbildungsdienstleistungen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 27 December 2013.
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