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VA Code § 59.1-308.1 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24 - Virginia Health Club Act|§ 59.1-308.1. Production of records

Every health club, upon the written request of the Commissioner, shall make available to the Commissioner its prepayment bank account records and all membership contracts for inspection and copying, to enable the Commissioner reasonably to determine compliance with this chapter. Every health club shall maintain a true copy of each health club contract executed between the health club and a buyer. Each contract shall be maintained for its term, including any renewal. Every health club shall maintain the executed health club contracts at a designated location where the contracts may be inspected by the Commissioner. If the location designated by the health club is outside Virginia, the health club shall pay the reasonable travel costs of an inspection by the Commissioner.1985, c. 585; 1990, cc. 392, 433; 2014, c. 459.
VA Code § 59.1-308.2 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24 - Virginia Health Club Act|§ 59.1-308.2. Investigations

A. The Commissioner may:1. Make necessary public or private investigations within or without this Commonwealth to determine any violations of the provisions of this chapter or any rule, regulation, or order issued pursuant to this chapter; and2. Require or permit any person to file a statement in writing, under oath or otherwise as the Commissioner determines, as to all facts and circumstances concerning the matter under investigation.B. For the purpose of any investigation or proceeding under this chapter, the Commissioner may administer oaths or affirmations, and upon such motion or upon request of any party, may subpoena witnesses, compel their attendance, take evidence, and require the production of any matter that is relevant to the investigation, including the existence, description, nature, custody, condition, and location of any books, documents, or other tangible things and the identity and location of persons having knowledge of relevant facts, or any other matter reasonably calculated to lead to the discovery of material evidence.C. Any proceeding or hearing of the Commissioner pursuant to this chapter, in which witnesses are subpoenaed and their attendance required for evidence to be taken, or any matter is to be produced to ascertain material evidence, shall take place within the City of Richmond.D. If any person fails to obey a subpoena or to answer questions propounded by the Commissioner and upon reasonable notice to all persons affected thereby, the Commissioner may apply to the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond for an order compelling compliance.E. The Board may adopt reasonable regulations to implement the provisions of this chapter and such regulations shall be adopted, amended, or repealed in accordance with the Administrative Process Act, Chapter 40 (§ 2.2-4000 et seq.) of Title 2.2.1990, cc. 392, 433.
VA Code § 59.1-309 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24 - Virginia Health Club Act|§ 59.1-309. Enforcement; penalties

Any violation of the provisions of this chapter shall constitute a prohibited practice pursuant to the provisions of § 59.1-200 and shall be subject to any and all of the enforcement provisions of the Virginia Consumer Protection Act (§ 59.1-196 et seq.) of this title.1984, c. 738.
VA Code § 59.1-310 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24 - Virginia Health Club Act|§ 59.1-310. Applicability

Sections 59.1-297, 59.1-298, 59.1-299, 59.1-304, and 59.1-305 shall not apply to health club contracts entered into before September 15, 2004.1984, c. 738; 2014, c. 459.
VA Code § 59.1-310.1 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.1 - Tanning Facilities|§ 59.1-310.1. Definitions

As used in this chapter unless the context requires otherwise:"Fitzpatrick scale" means the following scale for classifying a skin type, based on the skin's reaction to the first 10 to 45 minutes of sun exposure after the winter season:Skin Type:Sunburning and Tanning History1Always burns easily; never tans2Always burns easily; tans minimally3Burns moderately; tans gradually4Burns minimally; always tans well5Rarely burns; tans profusely6Never burns; deeply pigmented"Owner" means a person who owns or operates a tanning facility."Person" means an individual, partnership, corporation, limited liability company or association."Phototherapy device" means a piece of equipment that emits ultraviolet radiation and that is used by a health care provider in the treatment of a disease."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, including a sunlamp, tanning booth, or tanning bed. The term also includes any accompanying equipment, including protective eyewear, timers, and handrails."Tanning facility" means a business that provides persons access to tanning devices.1990, c. 776; 2007, c. 575.
VA Code § 59.1-310.2 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.1 - Tanning Facilities|§ 59.1-310.2. Federal law compliance; application of chapter

A tanning device utilized by a tanning facility shall comply with all applicable federal laws and regulations. This chapter shall not apply to a phototherapy device used by or under the supervision of a licensed physician trained in the use of phototherapy devices.1990, c. 776.
VA Code § 59.1-310.3 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.1 - Tanning Facilities|§ 59.1-310.3. Notice to customers; liability

A. A tanning facility shall give each customer a written statement warning that:1. Failure to use the eye protection provided to the customer by the tanning facility may result in damage to the eyes;2. Overexposure to ultraviolet light causes burns;3. Repeated exposure may result in premature aging of the skin and skin cancer;4. Abnormal skin sensitivity or burning may be caused by reactions of ultraviolet light to certain (i) foods; (ii) cosmetics; or (iii) medications, including tranquilizers, diuretics, antibiotics, high blood pressure medicines, or birth control pills; and5. Any person taking a prescription or over-the-counter drug should consult a physician prior to using a tanning device.B. Prior to allowing a prospective customer to use a tanning device, the owner or his designee shall obtain on the written statement the signature of each customer on a duplicate of the written statement provided to the customer under subsection A.C. Compliance with the notice requirements does not affect the liability of a tanning facility owner or a manufacturer of a tanning device.D. The signed duplicates of the written statements provided under subsection A may be retained at a location other than the tanning facility if an electronic or facsimile image of the original is readily available at each of an owner's tanning facilities.1990, c. 776; 2007, c. 575; 2020, c. 387.
VA Code § 59.1-310.4 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.1 - Tanning Facilities|§ 59.1-310.4. Warning signs

A. A tanning facility shall post a warning sign in a conspicuous location where it is readily readable by persons entering the establishment. The sign shall contain the following warning:DANGER: ULTRAVIOLET RADIATIONRepeated exposure to ultraviolet radiation may cause chronic sun damage  to the skin characterized by wrinkling, dryness, fragility, and bruising of  the skin, and skin cancer. Failure to use protective eyewear may result in severe burns or  permanent injury to the eyes. Medications or cosmetics may increase your sensitivity to ultraviolet  radiation. Consult a physician or nurse practitioner before using a sunlamp  if you are using medications, have a history of skin problems, or believe  you are especially sensitive to sunlight. Pregnant women or women taking  oral contraceptives who use this product may develop discolored skin.IF YOU DO NOT TAN IN THE SUN, YOU WILL NOT TAN FROM USE OF AN ULTRAVIOLET SUNLAMP.B. A tanning facility shall post a warning sign, one sign for each tanning device, in a conspicuous location that is readily readable to a person about to use the device. The sign shall contain the following:DANGER: ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION1. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use of this device.2. Avoid too frequent or lengthy exposure. As with natural sunlight,  exposure can cause serious eye and skin injuries and allergic reactions.  Repeated exposure may cause skin cancer.3. Wear protective eyewear. Failure to use protective eyewear may result  in severe burns or permanent damage to the eyes.4. Do not sunbathe before or after exposure to ultraviolet radiation  from sunlamps.5. Medications or cosmetics may increase your sensitivity to ultraviolet  radiation. Consult a physician or nurse practitioner before using a sunlamp  if you are using medication, have a history of skin problems, or believe  you are especially sensitive to sunlight. Pregnant women or women using  oral contraceptives who use this product may develop discolored skin.IF YOU DO NOT TAN IN THE SUN, YOU WILL NOT TAN FROM USE OF THIS DEVICE.1990, c. 776; 2004, c. 855.
VA Code § 59.1-310.5 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.1 - Tanning Facilities|§ 59.1-310.5. Operational requirements

A. A tanning facility shall have an operator present during operating hours. The operator shall be sufficiently knowledgeable in the correct operation of the tanning devices used at the facility and shall inform and assist each customer in the proper use of the tanning device.B. The owner or his designee shall identify the skin type of the customer based on the Fitzpatrick scale, document the skin type of the customer, and advise the customer of the customer's maximum time of recommended exposure in the tanning device.C. Before each use of a tanning device, the operator shall provide the customer with properly sanitized protective eyewear that protects the eyes from ultraviolet radiation and allows adequate vision to maintain balance. The operator shall not allow a person to use a tanning device if that person has not been provided protective eyewear. The operator shall also instruct each customer how to use suitable physical aids, such as handrails and markings on the floor, to maintain proper exposure distance as recommended by the manufacturer of the tanning device.D. After each use of a tanning device, the owner or his designee shall clean the device with a cleaner or sanitizer capable of killing bacteria from any previous use.E. The tanning facility shall use a timer with an accuracy of at least plus or minus ten percent of any selected time interval. The facility shall limit the exposure time of a customer on a tanning device to the maximum exposure time recommended by the manufacturer. The facility shall control the interior temperature of a tanning device so that it may not exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit.F. Either each time a customer uses a tanning facility or each time a person executes or renews a contract to use a tanning facility, the person shall sign a written statement acknowledging that the person has read and understood the required warnings before using the device and agrees to use the protective eyewear that the tanning facility provides.G. No individual under the age of 18 shall be allowed to use any tanning device, other than a spray tanning device that does not emit ultraviolet light, at a tanning facility. The owner shall be responsible for ensuring that each customer using the tanning facility is of legal age to do so.H. A tanning facility shall not claim, or distribute promotional material that claims that the use of a tanning device is safe, is without risk, or will result in medical or health benefits.I. The provisions of subsection G shall not prohibit any person licensed by the Board of Medicine to practice medicine or osteopathic medicine from prescribing or using a phototherapy device for any patient, regardless of age. For the purposes of this section, "phototherapy device" means a device that emits ultraviolet radiation and is used in the diagnosis or treatment of disease or injury.1990, c. 776; 2007, c. 575; 2020, c. 387.
VA Code § 59.1-310.6 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.1 - Tanning Facilities|§ 59.1-310.6. Violations of chapter; penalty

Any person other than a customer, who knowingly and willfully violates any statute pertaining to the operation of tanning facilities shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor.1990, c. 776.
VA Code § 59.1-310.7 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.2 - Septic System Inspectors|§ 59.1-310.7. Definitions

As used in this chapter unless the context requires otherwise:"Accredited septic system inspector" means a person who possesses the qualifications required by the provisions of this chapter."Person" means an individual, partnership, corporation, association, or other entity."Septic system" means an onsite method of disposing of sewage when sewers or sewerage facilities are not available and includes septic tanks, septic tank lines and drainage fields or other onsite, residential sewage systems.2001, c. 52.
VA Code § 59.1-310.8 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.2 - Septic System Inspectors|§ 59.1-310.8. Exceptions

This chapter shall not be construed to prohibit:1. The work of an employee or a subordinate of an accredited septic system inspector;2. The practice of any profession or occupation that is regulated by a regulatory board within the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation or other state agency; or3. The work of employees of the Department of Health in carrying out their regulatory duties under Chapter 6 (§ 32.1-163 et seq.) of Title 32.1.2001, c. 52.
VA Code § 59.1-310.9 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.2 - Septic System Inspectors|§ 59.1-310.9. Requirements for accredited septic system inspectors and performance of septic system inspections

A. In order to use the title of "accredited septic system inspector" in connection with any real estate transaction, including refinancings, an applicant shall be accredited by the National Sanitation Foundation or an equivalent national accrediting organization, which accreditation shall include the passage of both a written and practical examination on the principles and practice of septic system inspections.In addition, the applicant shall satisfy the following requirements:1. Hold a high school diploma or equivalent; and2. Have evidence of at least one year of active field experience conducting onsite septic systems inspections or completion of a nationally approved training course.B. Any individual who holds a valid onsite sewage system operator, onsite sewage system installer, or onsite soil evaluator license pursuant to Chapter 23 (§ 54.1-2300 et seq.) of Title 54.1 shall be authorized to perform a septic system inspection in connection with any real estate transaction, including refinancings.2001, c. 52; 2020, c. 521.
VA Code § 59.1-310.10 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 24.2 - Septic System Inspectors|§ 59.1-310.10. Penalty for violation

No person shall use the title "accredited septic system inspector" or perform a septic system inspection in connection with any real estate transaction unless he meets the requirements of this chapter. Any person who violates the provisions of this chapter is guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor.2001, c. 52; 2020, c. 521.
VA Code § 59.1-311 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-311. Title

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Virginia Membership Camping Act."1985, c. 409.
VA Code § 59.1-312 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-312. Applicability

This chapter shall apply to each membership camping contract executed at least in part in this Commonwealth after July 1, 1985, regardless of the whereabouts of the membership camping operator's principal office or his campground or recreational facilities.1985, c. 409.
VA Code § 59.1-313.1 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-313.1. Certified mail; subsequent mail or notices may be sent by regular mail

Whenever in this chapter the Board, the Commissioner, or the Department is required to send any mail or notice by certified mail and such mail or notice is sent certified mail, return receipt requested, then any subsequent, identical mail or notice that is sent by the Board, the Commissioner, or the Department may be sent by regular mail.2011, c. 566.
VA Code § 59.1-314 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-314. Conflicts with other statutes

In the event that there is any conflict between this chapter and the Virginia Condominium Act (§ 55.1-1900 et seq.), the Virginia Real Estate Time-Share Act (§ 55.1-2200 et seq.), or the Subdivided Land Sales Act (§ 55.1-2300 et seq.), the provisions of this chapter shall prevail, but this chapter shall not invalidate or otherwise affect rights or obligations vested under the Condominium Act, the Subdivided Land Sales Act, or the Virginia Real Estate Time-Share Act, before July 1, 1985, or the manner of their enforcement.1985, c. 409.
VA Code § 59.1-316 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-316. Reserved

Reserved.
VA Code § 59.1-317 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-317. Administration; unlawful offer or execution of membership camping contract

A. This chapter shall be administered by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.B. It shall be unlawful for any membership camping operator to offer to sell any membership camping contract in this Commonwealth unless he is registered with the Commissioner.C. It shall be unlawful for any membership camping operator registered under this chapter to sell any membership camping contract which causes the total ratio of the outstanding and valid membership camping contracts to exceed a ratio of fifteen such contracts for each camping site.1985, c. 409; 1989, c. 676.
VA Code § 59.1-319 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-319. Reserved

Reserved.
VA Code § 59.1-320.1 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-320.1. Review of registration application

A. Once the Commissioner receives an application for registration in proper form, accompanied by the proper fee, he shall, within a reasonable period of time not to exceed forty-five days after the receipt of such application:1. Register the applicant if the applicant:a. Has met the requirements of § 59.1-318;b. Is not in violation of § 59.1-323; andc. Has a reasonable ability to discharge the obligations imposed upon him by his membership camping contract; or2. Issue a notice of opportunity for a hearing to consider whether the application should be denied, if it reasonably appears that the applicant fails to satisfy any provision of § 59.1-323 or any other requirement of this chapter.B. Except as otherwise provided by order of the Commissioner, each registration shall be valid for the period from July 1 of one year until its expiration on June 30 of the following year.1992, c. 545.
VA Code § 59.1-321 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-321. Exemption from registration under other acts

Any membership camping operator registered with the Commissioner under this chapter shall not be required to register or comply with the terms and requirements of the following:1. The Virginia Condominium Act (§ 55.1-1900 et seq.).2. The Virginia Real Estate Time-Share Act (§ 55.1-2200 et seq.).3. The Virginia Securities Act (§ 13.1-501 et seq.).1985, c. 409; 1996, c. 372.
VA Code § 59.1-322 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-322. Other acts

Registration with the Commissioner by a membership camping operator shall not relieve such operator of the obligation of complying with the requirements of the Virginia Home Solicitation Sales Act (§ 59.1-21.1 et seq.), if applicable.1985, c. 409.
VA Code § 59.1-324 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-324. Cease and desist orders; temporary order

A. If it appears to the Commissioner that any person has engaged or is engaging in any practice in violation of this chapter, he may issue an order directing the person to cease and desist provided that reasonable notice and an opportunity for a hearing shall be given to such person.B. The Commissioner may issue a temporary order pending the hearing which is effective on delivery to the person named in the order. The temporary order shall remain in effect until five days after the hearing required in subsection A above is held. In the event no hearing is requested by the person named in the order, the order shall become final within fifteen days after it is delivered.1985, c. 409.
VA Code § 59.1-325 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-325. Fees

A. Each application for registration under § 59.1-318 shall be accompanied by a reasonable fee to be determined by the Board and published in the regulations adopted in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Process Act (§ 2.2-4000 et seq.).B. Each application for registration or for amendment shall be accompanied by a reasonable fee to be determined by the Board and published in regulations adopted in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Process Act.C. Until such time as regulations covering fees are adopted by the Board, the registration fee shall be $2,500 and the fee for amendments shall be $100.D. All fees shall be remitted to the State Treasurer and shall be credited to a special fund of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to be used in the administration of this chapter.1985, c. 409; 1988, c. 58; 1992, c. 545.
VA Code § 59.1-330.1 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-330.1. Noncomplying contract voidable

Any membership camping contract which does not comply with the applicable provisions of this chapter shall be voidable at the option of the purchaser.1992, c. 545.
VA Code § 59.1-330.2 (2021)
2021 Code of Virginia|Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce|Chapter 25 - Virginia Membership Camping Act|§ 59.1-330.2. Fraud rendering contract voidable

Any membership camping contract entered into by the purchaser upon any false, misleading, prohibited, or unlawful information, representation, notice, or advertisement of the membership camping operator or the operator's agent shall be voidable at the option of the purchaser.1992, c. 545.