Nonionizing Radiation

• Laser

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  Laser is an acronym for "light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation." Laser light has several properties that make it different from regular light. Read more

  

• Cosmetic Laser

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  New and current laser hair removal registrants or facilities application resurces can be found in Medical Laser Facilities section.

  

• Ultraviolet Radiation

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  The ultraviolet (UV) region of the electromagnetic spectrum is intermediate in wavelength and frequency between the x-ray and the visible regions. Read more

  

The Arizona Radiation Regulatory Agency (ARRA) created the nonionizing radiation section to enforce Arizona Administrative Code Title 12 Chapter 1, Article 14 "The Control of Nonionizing Radiation". These rules address sources of radiofrequency radiation (RF) in the environment, occupational exposure concerns, as well as public exposure. ARRA regulates Class 3B and Class 4 lasers used in the medical, industrial and light show fields; Ultraviolet radiation in tanning facilities; RF radiation sources such as heat sealers and industrial ovens; and RF radiation in the industrial environment within a frequency range of 0.3 megahertz (MHz) to 100 Gigahertz (GHz); and communication sources through a registration/license program.

In addition to our regulatory role, ARRA provides information to the public concerning RF and Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) through distribution of US Environmental Protection Agency, Federal Communications Commission, and US Department of Energy documents. This web page has been created to aid in the dissemination of this information and to provide additional information through links to Internet addresses where Nonionizing Radiation information is available.

Registration Instructions
Laser Operator Certification Information
Training School Information
All Nonionizing Forms
Fee Schedules
Nonionizing Radiation Topics
Links (LSO and Tanning Training)
IRS Indoor Tanning TAX

News

• Update
We are now offering certification for Non-ablative Tattoo Removal and Cellulite Reduction for Cosmetic Laser Technicians
• Notice
  Information regarding Approved Training Schools - Due to current law changes, all previously approved Cosmetic/Hair Removal Training schools are being reevaluated and reapproved to meet current laws and regulations. Please refer to this notice.
• New Law
  Information on New Law in regards to Laser Operator Certification - For complete information, please refer to Title 32, Chapter 32, Title 1 and 2
• Rule Changes
  Copies of both rule changes as written and adopted are also available for review in the Arizona Admininstrative Register www.azsos.gov, published by the Secretary of State. When the final rule editions are published by the Secretary of State they will be updated in the current rule on this page and at www.azsos.gov.
• Laser Hair removal & Cosmetic Procedures (Current Regulations) Approved 8-10-2010 (Changes to Article 1438 per A.R.S.§32-3233 and §32-516)
  Rule Changes
• Laser Hair & Cosmetic as written was adopted by the GRRC on February 1, 2005 and became effective April 1, 2005.
  Rule Changes (laser hair and cosmetic procedures)
• Article 14
  Article 14 as written was adopted by the GRRG on December 7, 2004 and became effective February 7, 2005.