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IA Code § 136C.4 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.4 - Penalties.

136C.4 Penalties.   1. It is unlawful to operate or use radiation machines or radioactive material in violation of this chapter or of any rule adopted pursuant to this chapter. Persons convicted of violating a provision of this chapter are guilty of a serious misdemeanor.   2. In addition to criminal penalties, the department may impose a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars on a person who violates a provision of this chapter or a rule or order issued under this chapter, or a term, condition, or limitation of a license or registration certificate issued under this chapter, or who commits a violation for which a license or registration certificate may be revoked under rules issued pursuant to this chapter. Each day of continuing violation constitutes a separate offense in computing the civil penalty.   3. The department shall notify a person of the intent to impose a civil penalty against the person. The notice shall be by registered or certified mail to the person’s last known address and shall state the date, facts, the nature of the act or omission leading to the charge, the specific statute, rule, or license or registration provision involved, and the amount of the penalty the department proposes to impose. The notice shall advise the person that upon failure to pay the civil penalty, the penalty may be collected by civil action. The person shall have the opportunity to respond in writing, within a reasonable time as the department shall establish by rule, why the civil penalty should not be imposed.   4. The department may compromise, mitigate, or remit a civil penalty imposed under this section. A person upon whom a civil penalty is imposed may appeal the action pursuant to chapter 17A. The department shall remit moneys collected from civil penalties to the treasurer of state who shall deposit the moneys in the general fund of the state.  [C79, 81, §136C.4]  84 Acts, ch 1286, §12; 2002 Acts, ch 1108, §10
IA Code § 136C.5 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.5 - Enforcement.

136C.5 Enforcement.   1. Upon determination by the department that this chapter or any rule adopted pursuant to this chapter has been or is being violated, the department may order that the radiation machine or radioactive material not be used until the necessary corrective action has been taken. If the use of the radiation machine or radioactive material continues in violation of the order of the department, the department may request the county attorney or the attorney general to make an application in the name of the state to the district court of the county in which the violations may have occurred for an order to enjoin the violations or practices.   2. The department may impound or order the impounding of radioactive material in the possession of a person who is not equipped to observe or fails to observe a provision of this chapter or of a rule adopted under this chapter.   3. The department may enter at reasonable times any private or public property to determine whether there is a violation of a provision of this chapter or of a rule issued under this chapter. However, the department must have the consent of the federal government before entering an area under the jurisdiction of the federal government.   4. The department may inspect records required to be kept under section 136C.3, subsection 9. Upon request of the department a person shall submit the records to the department for inspection.  [C79, 81, §136C.5]  84 Acts, ch 1286, §13  Referred to in §331.756(26)
IA Code § 136C.7 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.7 - Acceptance of funds.

136C.7 Acceptance of funds.   The department may accept from any source loans, grants, gifts, or other funds to be used for programs authorized by this chapter.  84 Acts, ch 1286, §2
IA Code § 136C.8 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.8 - Inspections.

136C.8 Inspections.   The department may inspect radiation machines and radioactive materials located in this state, for the purpose of detecting, abating, or eliminating excessive radiation exposure hazards. The inspection shall include but shall not be limited to an evaluation of the radiation machine or radioactive material as well as the immediate environment to ensure that in using the machines or materials all unnecessary hazards for patients, personnel, and other persons who may be exposed to radiation produced by the machine or materials are avoided. All defects and deficiencies noted by the inspector shall be fully disclosed and discussed with the responsible persons at the time of inspection. The department shall establish rules prescribing operating procedures for radiation machines and radioactive materials which ensure minimum radiation exposure to patients, personnel, and other persons in the immediate environment.  84 Acts, ch 1286, §3; 2012 Acts, ch 1113, §26
IA Code § 136C.9 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.9 - Registration and license requirements.

136C.9 Registration and license requirements.   1. The department shall establish by rule a system for the registration of the possession of radiation machines and for the licensing of radioactive materials in the state. The rules may provide for the issuance of the following licenses:   a. General licenses which do not require the filing of an application or the issuance of a document but do permit designated persons to transfer, acquire, own, possess, or use quantities of or equipment using radioactive materials.   b. Specific licenses issued upon application to a person named in the license to use, manufacture, produce, transfer, receive, acquire, or possess quantities of or equipment using radioactive material. Applicants requesting radioactive materials in quantities of concern, as identified by the United States nuclear regulatory commission, shall submit fingerprints to the United States nuclear regulatory commission for a background check of all individuals authorized for unescorted access to such material.   2. The department may exempt certain sources of radiation or kinds of uses or users from the licensing or registration requirements when the department finds that the exemption of the source of radiation, use, or users will not pose a significant risk to the health and safety of the public. The rules may provide for recognition of other state or federal licenses as the department may allow, subject to registration requirements as the department may prescribe.   3. A person shall not use, manufacture, produce, distribute, sell, transport, transfer, install, repair, receive, acquire, own, or possess any radioactive material without a license from the department as provided in this chapter.  84 Acts, ch 1286, §4; 2008 Acts, ch 1058, §7
IA Code § 136C.10 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.10 - Fees.

136C.10 Fees.   1. a. The department shall establish and collect fees for the licensing and amendment of licenses for radioactive materials, the registration of radiation machines, the periodic inspection of radiation machines and radioactive materials, and the implementation of section 136C.3, subsection 2. Fees shall be in amounts sufficient to defray the cost of administering this chapter. The license fee may include the cost of environmental surveillance activities to assess the radiological impact of activities conducted by licensees.   b. When a registrant or licensee fails to pay the applicable fee the department may suspend or revoke the registration or license or may issue an appropriate order. Fees for the license, amendment of a license, and inspection of radioactive material shall not exceed the fees prescribed by the United States nuclear regulatory commission.   2. The department may establish and collect a fee related to transporting radioactive material if the fee is used for a purpose related to transporting radioactive material, including enforcement and planning, developing, and maintaining a capability for emergency response. The fees shall be established by rules adopted pursuant to chapter 17A.   3. The department may establish and collect fees from persons providing mammography services to assure compliance with applicable rules and the federal Mammography Quality Standards Act of 1992, Pub. L. No. 102-539, as amended. Fees shall be in an amount determined by the department by rule and all fees collected shall be used to support the department’s mammography program.   4. Fees collected pursuant to this section shall be retained by the department, shall be considered repayment receipts as defined in section 8.2, and shall be used for the purposes described in this section, including but not limited to the addition of full-time equivalent positions for program services and investigations. Notwithstanding section 8.33, moneys retained by the department pursuant to this subsection are not subject to reversion to the general fund of the state.  84 Acts, ch 1286, §5; 86 Acts, ch 1217, §2; 2004 Acts, ch 1167, §3; 2005 Acts, ch 175, §81; 2006 Acts, ch 1155, §1, 15  Referred to in §136C.15
IA Code § 136C.11 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.11 - Federal-state agreements.

136C.11 Federal-state agreements.   1. The governor, on behalf of the state, may enter into an agreement with the United States nuclear regulatory commission pursuant to section 274b of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended to July 1, 1984, providing for the discontinuation of certain federal licensing and related regulatory authority over byproduct, source, and special nuclear material and the assumption of regulatory authority over these materials by the state.   2. A person who, on the effective date of an agreement made under subsection 1, possesses a license issued by the United States nuclear regulatory commission for radioactive material that comes under the agreement is considered to possess the license required under this chapter. The license shall expire either ninety days after receipt from the department of a notice of expiration of the license, or on the date of expiration specified in the license issued by the nuclear regulatory commission, whichever is earlier.  84 Acts, ch 1286, §6
IA Code § 136C.12 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.12 - Conflicting laws.

136C.12 Conflicting laws.   This chapter does not preempt ordinances, resolutions, or rules of a local government or of a state agency relating to radioactive material that are consistent with this chapter. This chapter does not give the department the authority to regulate a facility for the disposal of low-level radioactive waste as defined in article II of section 457B.1.  84 Acts, ch 1286, §7
IA Code § 136C.13 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.13 - Emergencies.

136C.13 Emergencies.   If the department finds that an emergency exists involving radioactive material or radiation machines that requires immediate action to protect the public health and safety, the department may, without notice or hearing, issue an order stating that an emergency exists and requiring that action be taken as necessary to meet the emergency. An emergency order shall be effective immediately. A person to whom the order is directed shall comply with the order immediately, but on application to the department shall be afforded a hearing within ten days of the date application is made. The emergency order may be continued, modified, or revoked within thirty days after the hearing, based on the evidence presented at the hearing.  84 Acts, ch 1286, §8
IA Code § 136C.14 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136C - RADIATION MACHINES AND RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS|Section 136C.14 - Qualified operators — credentials available upon request.

136C.14 Qualified operators — credentials available upon request.   1. A person, other than a licensed professional, shall not operate a radiation machine or use radioactive materials for medical treatment or diagnostic purposes unless that person has completed a course of instruction approved by the department or has otherwise met the minimum training requirement established by the department.   2. A person, other than a licensed professional, who operates a radiation machine or uses radioactive materials for medical treatment or diagnostic purposes shall make available upon request the credentials which indicate that person’s qualification to operate the machine or use the materials. A person who owns or controls the machine or materials shall not employ a person to operate the machine or use the materials for medical treatment or diagnostic purposes except as provided in this section.  84 Acts, ch 1286, §9; 85 Acts, ch 195, §17; 2012 Acts, ch 1113, §27
IA Code § 136D.1 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136D - TANNING FACILITIES|Section 136D.1 - Short title.

136D.1 Short title.   This chapter may be cited as the “Tanning Facility Regulation Act.”  90 Acts, ch 1220, §1
IA Code § 136D.2 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136D - TANNING FACILITIES|Section 136D.2 - Definitions.

136D.2 Definitions.   As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:   1. “Department” means the Iowa department of public health.   2. “Director” means the director of public health, or the director’s designee.   3. “Phototherapy device” means a piece of equipment that emits ultraviolet radiation and that is used by a health care professional in the treatment of disease.   4. “Tanning device” means any equipment that emits electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths in the air between 200 and 400 nanometers and that is used for tanning of human skin, such as tanning booths or tanning beds.   5. “Tanning facility” means a location, place, area, structure, or business, or a part thereof, which provides access to a tanning device for compensation. “Tanning facility” may include but is not limited to a tanning salon, health club, apartment, and condominium.  90 Acts, ch 1220, §2; 2012 Acts, ch 1113, §28
IA Code § 136D.3 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136D - TANNING FACILITIES|Section 136D.3 - Application of chapter.

136D.3 Application of chapter.   1. This chapter does not apply to a phototherapy device used by or under the supervision of a licensed physician trained in the use of phototherapy devices. A tanning device used by a tanning facility must comply with all applicable federal laws and regulations.   2. This chapter shall not supersede or duplicate the authority and programs of any other agency of the state or the United States. To avoid duplication and promote coordination of radiation protection activities, the department may enter into written agreements with other state or federal agencies, with local boards of public health, or with private organizations or individuals, to administer this chapter.  90 Acts, ch 1220, §3; 2008 Acts, ch 1058, §10
IA Code § 136D.4 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136D - TANNING FACILITIES|Section 136D.4 - Warning signs — written warning statements.

136D.4 Warning signs — written warning statements.   1. A tanning facility shall post the following warning signs that describe the hazards associated with the use of tanning devices:   a. A warning sign in a conspicuous location readily visible to persons entering the establishment. The signs shall comply with rules adopted by the department.   b. A warning sign for each tanning device, in a conspicuous location readily visible to a person preparing to use the device. The sign shall comply with rules adopted by the department.   2. A tanning facility shall provide each customer with a written warning statement that complies with rules adopted by the department.  90 Acts, ch 1220, §4
IA Code § 136D.6 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136D - TANNING FACILITIES|Section 136D.6 - Permits.

136D.6 Permits.   1. A person shall not operate a tanning facility without a current and valid permit to operate the facility, issued by the department.   2. The permit shall be displayed in an open public area of the tanning facility.   3. Permits shall be renewed annually upon acceptance of an application provided by the department and upon receipt of a permit fee.   4. The department may revoke, cancel, or suspend a permit to operate a tanning facility based upon criteria adopted by rule of the department.  90 Acts, ch 1220, §5
IA Code § 136D.7 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136D - TANNING FACILITIES|Section 136D.7 - Duties of the department.

136D.7 Duties of the department.   The department shall do all of the following:   1. Establish requirements for the operation of tanning facilities, including but not limited to, proper sanitation of tanning devices, provisions of proper equipment, the presence of knowledgeable operators during operating hours, and the use of accurate timers and temperature controls.   2. Adopt rules, in accordance with chapter 17A, as necessary for the implementation and enforcement of this chapter, including but not limited to rules relating to the operation and use of tanning devices, rules regarding the warning signs required to be posted by a tanning facility, and rules prescribing the criteria for revocation, cancellation, or suspension of a tanning facility permit.   3. Establish and collect fees to defray the costs of administering the program established in this chapter. Fees collected shall be deposited in the general fund of the state.  90 Acts, ch 1220, §6
IA Code § 136D.8 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136D - TANNING FACILITIES|Section 136D.8 - Inspections — violations — prohibited acts — injunctions.

136D.8 Inspections — violations — prohibited acts — injunctions.   1. The director or an authorized agent shall have access at all reasonable times to any tanning facility to inspect the facility to determine if this chapter is being violated.   2. A tanning facility shall not claim, or distribute promotional materials that claim, that using a tanning device is safe or free from risk.   3. a. If the director finds that a person has violated, or is violating or threatening to violate this chapter and that the violation creates an immediate threat to the health and safety of the public, the director may petition the district court for a temporary restraining order to restrain the violation or threat of violation.   b. If a person has violated, or is violating or threatening to violate this chapter, the director may petition the district court for an injunction to prohibit the person from continuing the violation or threat of violation.   c. On application for injunctive relief and a finding that a person is violating or threatening to violate this chapter, the district court shall grant any injunctive relief warranted by the facts.  90 Acts, ch 1220, §7; 2012 Acts, ch 1113, §29
IA Code § 136D.9 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 136D - TANNING FACILITIES|Section 136D.9 - Penalties.

136D.9 Penalties.   1. The department may impose a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars on a person who violates a provision of this chapter, a rule adopted or order issued under this chapter, or a term, condition, or limitation of a registration certificate issued pursuant to this chapter, or who commits a violation for which a registration certificate may be revoked under rules issued pursuant to this chapter. Each day of continuing violation constitutes a separate offense in computing the civil penalty. However, the maximum civil penalty for a continuing violation shall not exceed five thousand dollars.   2. The department shall notify a person of the intent to impose a civil penalty against the person. The department shall establish the notification process to include an opportunity for the person to respond in writing, within a reasonable time as the department shall establish by rule, regarding reasons why the civil penalty should not be imposed.   3. The department may compromise, mitigate, or refund a civil penalty imposed under this section. A person upon whom a civil penalty is imposed may appeal the action pursuant to chapter 17A. The department shall remit moneys collected from civil penalties to the treasurer of the state who shall deposit the moneys in the general fund of the state.  2012 Acts, ch 1113, §30
IA Code § 137.101 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 137 - LOCAL BOARDS OF HEALTH|Section 137.101 - Title and purpose.

137.101 Title and purpose.   This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Local Public Health Governance Act”. The purpose of this chapter is to define the structure, powers, and duties of local boards of health. This chapter also provides an optional process for counties to merge to form a district board of health in order to increase efficiencies and enhance the delivery and availability of public health services.  2010 Acts, ch 1036, §1
IA Code § 137.102 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 137 - LOCAL BOARDS OF HEALTH|Section 137.102 - Definitions.

137.102 Definitions.   As used in this chapter unless the context otherwise requires:   1. “City board” means a city board of health in existence prior to July 1, 2010.   2. “City health department” refers to the personnel and property under the jurisdiction of a city board in existence prior to July 1, 2010.   3. “Council” means a city council.   4. “County board” means a county board of health.   5. “County health department” refers to the personnel and property under the jurisdiction of a county board.   6. “Director” means the director of public health.   7. “District” means any two or more geographically contiguous counties.   8. “District board” means a board of health representing at least two geographically contiguous counties formed with approval of the state department in accordance with this chapter, or any district board of health in existence prior to July 1, 2010.   9. “District health department” refers to the personnel and property under the jurisdiction of a district board.   10. “Local board of health” means a city, county, or district board of health.   11. “Officers” means a local board of health chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary, and other officers which may be named at the discretion of the local board of health.   12. “State board” means the state board of health.   13. “State department” means the Iowa department of public health.  2010 Acts, ch 1036, §2; 2016 Acts, ch 1026, §9  Referred to in §135A.2, 135I.1
IA Code § 137.103 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 137 - LOCAL BOARDS OF HEALTH|Section 137.103 - Local boards of health — jurisdiction.

137.103 Local boards of health — jurisdiction.   1. A city board shall have jurisdiction over public health matters within the city.   2. A county board shall have jurisdiction over public health matters within the county.   3. A district board shall have jurisdiction over public health matters within the district.  2010 Acts, ch 1036, §3