Skin Types
Determining a client's skin type helps you and your tanning salon operators decide how an individual client's skin will react to UV light. It helps you determine safe exposure times so you can help protect the client from overexposure and other potentially harmful reactions. Skin type depends on several factors including a person's heritage, natural hair color, eye color, un-tanned skin…, Skin Type Determination Based on Hereditary Characteristics, 0 1 2 3 4 Points Eye Color Light blue, gray or green Blue, gray or green Blue Dark Brown Brownish black Hair Color Sandy Red Blond Blond chestnut or dark blond Dark brown Black Color of Skin Reddish Very pale Pale with beige tint Light brown Dark brown Freckles Many Several Few Incidental None , Skin Type Determination Based on Tanning History, 0 1 2 3 4 Points What happens when you stay in the sun too long? Painful redness, peeling, blistering Burns regularly with peeling Burns sometime with peeling Burns rarely Never burns To what degree do you turn brown? Hardly or not at all brown Tans a little with light color Tans moderately Tans very easily Quickly turns brown Do you turn brown immediately after tanning? Never Hardly…, Score from Two Charts Above Indicates Skin Type, Total Points Skin Type Skin Reactions to the Sun 0-7 1 Burns easily and severely; peels and does not tan 8-16 2 Burns easily and severely; tans minimally or lightly 17-25 3 Burns moderately; tans about average 25 or more 4 Burns minimally; tans above averageUnder 18 - Permission Required
Any indoor tanning customers under the age of 18 must have written permission from a parent or legal guardian before they can use your tanning services. Parents must accompany their child on the child's first visit to your facility and sign the permission statement in the presence of one of your tanning salon operators. The witness shall provide his/her name, signature, title and date on the…Health Risks of Mercury
Mercury is a naturally occurring element that has several forms. Mercury is toxic. Exposure to mercury, even small amounts, may cause serious health problems. People can be exposed to mercury through skin contact, by eating contaminated fish or by breathing mercury vapors that are invisible and odorless. Mercury is released into the environment from many sources. Mercury is found in air, water…, All Mercury is Toxic, Although some forms of mercury are more dangerous than others, all are toxic. Depending on the type and amount, exposures to mercury can damage the nervous system, kidneys, liver and immune system. Breathing mercury vapors can harm the nervous system, lungs and kidneys. Mercury vapors can pass easily from the lungs to the bloodstream. Elemental (also known as metallic) mercury, the shiny silver-…, Mercury Is Especially Dangerous To Pregnant Women, Children of women who consumed large amounts of contaminated fish during pregnancy are at highest risk of mercury-related developmental problems. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that about 6% of child-bearing aged women in the United States have a blood mercury level that is unsafe for a developing fetus. Mercury exposure in the womb - which can result from a mother's…, Children Under 14 Are Most Sensitive To Mercury, The developing brains and nervous systems of children are very sensitive to mercury and may be irreversibly damaged by it. Children can be exposed to methylmercury by eating certain types of fish or if their mothers ate mercury-contaminated fish before their birth. Breaking mercury-containing products such as thermometers used in homes and schools can also result in exposure to mercury., Families Can Reduce Their Risk, Look for and follow state and national fish consumption advisories. Consider not buying products that contain mercury such as thermometers - buy a digital thermometer instead. Carefully handle, properly dispose of or recycle products that contain mercury. Do not use a vacuum to clean up a mercury spill (see the "Cleaning up mercury spills" fact sheet in this series). Properly dispose of older…, Consult A Doctor, Anyone who has concerns about mercury exposure should consult a doctor. Doctors may be able to identify exposure and health risks. A doctor may help decide if mercury testing is appropriate given the physical condition and symptoms. DHEC offers analytical services through a doctor's office for mercury blood levels. DHEC charges a nominal fee for this service. For more information on the health…, Symptoms of Mercury Poisoning, Vision, speech, hearing and walking impairment Numbness in hands, feet and sometimes around the mouth Uncoordinated movement Muscle weakness Skin rashes Mood swings, memory loss and mental disturbancesMercury in the Environment
Mercury is a naturally occurring element that is found in air, water, and soil. Mercury exists in several forms: elemental (metallic); inorganic; and organic. Mercury cannot be created or destroyed. Some forms of mercury are more dangerous than others, but all are toxic. Exposure to mercury – even in small amounts – may cause serious health problems. Mercury is released into the environment from…Mercury in the Home
The following list represents some of the consumer products that contain mercury:, Batteries:, Since 1994, federal law has limited the amount of mercury in button cell batteries (used in watches, hearing aids, and calculators) and has prohibited intentional addition of mercury to standard household batteries (dry-cell sizes A, AA, C, D, etc.)., Detergents and disinfectants:, Some bleach, detergents with bleach, stain removers, and soaps also contain mercury. To be more aware, read product labels and try to purchase mercury-free alternatives., Fluorescent bulbs:, Mercury is used in long fluorescent bulbs, compact fluorescent bulbs, high-intensity discharge (HID) bulbs, and other types of energy-efficient lighting. Some fluorescent bulb manufacturers have introduced "green tip" bulbs. These bulbs typically contain less mercury than standard fluorescent bulbs, but still should be recycled or disposed of properly., Jewelry:, There are some necklaces imported from Mexico that have a glass pendant that contains mercury. The pendants come in various shapes such as hearts, bottles, balls, and chili peppers. Broken necklaces have resulted in mercury spills at schools., Medicine:, Mercury in the forms of phenylmercury acetate and ethylmercury has been used in fungicides, antiseptics, or disinfectants. It also has been used in a variety of products. Most of these uses have been discontinued, but small amounts of these compounds can still be found as preservatives in some medicines. Some consumers are concerned about the use of thimerosal, a mercury-containing preservative,…, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website, . The , FDA also provides a list, of mercury-containing drugs, antibiotics, and vaccines as well as the types and percentages of mercury ingredients in each of these products., Paint:, Mercury was used as a preservative, but its use in indoor and exterior paint was discontinued in 1991. Until recently, many water-based paints, including some interior paints, continued to use mercury as a fungicide. Visit , www.epa.gov/iaq/homes/hip-painting.html, for more information about indoor environmental concerns during remodeling., Thermometers , (fever, candy, deep fry, oven, indoor, and outdoor): Mercury is used in glass thermometers because it is sensitive to changes in temperature. Thermometers are one of the largest sources of mercury in municipal solid waste. The few drops of mercury found in a common fever thermometer can contaminate a large number of fish. Today, consumers can purchase accurate alternatives such as digital or…, Thermostats:, Thermostats contain more than five times the amount of mercury found in a typical fever thermometer. Mercury-free electronic or digital thermostats are available as replacements. Mercury-containing thermostats should be recycled. To find a recycling location near you, visit , www.thermostat-recycle.org, . Once on the website, enter your zip code in the field where it says "find a TRC collection point near you." If there is not a TRC collection site near you, another option is to check with your local solid waste director or recycling coordinator. Some communities offer ongoing programs for hazardous household materials while other local programs may hold single-day collection events. Visit , Where to Recycle Locally, , or call the S.C. Department of Environmental Services Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling at 1-800-768-7348 to identify your local recycling program contact. Other products that may contain mercury include: athletic shoes, toys, and cards that light up, pilot lights in gas appliances such as stoves, water heaters, furnaces, and dryers, older chemistry sets, and switches found in some…, For more information, contact SCDES's Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling at 1-800-768-7348.SC Mercury Assessment and Reduction Initiative
mercury assessment and reduction initiative The S.C. Mercury Assessment and Reduction Initiative, ,, published in 2010, discusses assessment, monitoring and reduction efforts and recommends actions to accomplish those and other related goals. For information on how you can help to reduce mercury in the environment, please visit our Web page ., Fish, Mercury in South Carolina fish has been generally decreasing over the last 15 years. Many areas of the state continue to have fish consumption advisories . The S.C. Mercury Assessment and Reduction Initiative, ,, published in 2010, discusses assessment, monitoring and reduction efforts and recommends actions to accomplish those and other related goals. View pages 51 and 52 for information on mercury in fish., Air and Water, South Carolina air and water are safe for normal activities with respect to mercury. Air and water in the state contain some mercury, as is true across the nation and around the world. The mercury in South Carolina air transfers to water bodies, where the mercury risk in fish can accumulate at levels thousands of times higher than the surrounding water concentrations. However, the general air and…, Air Emissions and Deposition, In comparison to other states, South Carolina does not release high levels of mercury. South Carolina ranks in the middle range of states in amount of mercury air emissions. South Carolina, along with other eastern states, appears to receive more mercury in rain and snow than many of the western states. Please see The S.C. Mercury Assessment and Reduction Initiative (page 31) for a map of…, Hot Spots, South Carolina has some areas in the state that naturally speed up bioaccumulation in fish tissue, resulting in "hot spots" of contamination for some fish species. These water bodies in the Pee Dee and Edisto areas (often called "blackwater" streams, rivers and swamps), possess natural characteristics that convert more mercury to methylmercury (the highly toxic form of mercury that bioaccumulates…How to Reduce Mercury
There are many things that you can do to reduce mercury in the environment., Support Cleaner Energy, Buy tax-deductible blocks of green, renewable energy and have them added to South Carolina's power supply through Palmetto Clean Energy. Improve your home to be more energy efficient and benefit from tax incentives. Save energy at home in a variety of ways. Install a programmable thermostat and ensure the old one is recycled. Programmable thermostats usually pay for themselves in energy cost…, Recycle Products That Contain Mercury, By recycling mercury-containing products, you help ensure that mercury is not released into the environment or a building for human exposure. Recycling opportunities for many mercury-containing products are described in the S.C. Mercury Assessment and Reduction Initiative . Residents may call the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) Office of Solid Waste Reduction and…, Support Mercury Product Phase-out Legislation, Many states have passed legislation specifically addressing mercury-containing products as described in the S.C. Mercury Assessment and Reduction Initiative . One source of model legislation language is available at www.newmoa.org/prevention/mercury/modelleg.cfm ., Ask If Your School Is Mercury-free, There may be schools in South Carolina still storing or using mercury that could potentially cause exposure to students and staff. Ask if your school is mercury-free. If your school is not mercury-free, DHEC's Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling may be of assistance at 1-800-768-7348 ., Support Dentists With Amalgam Separators, Dental offices can help to reduce mercury emissions to water by installing amalgam separators and following best management practices as recommended by the American Dental Association. The S.C. Dental Association and DHEC have partnered to encourage installation of amalgam separators. This partnership, which started in the spring of 2010, recognizes the leadership of specific dental offices that…, Support Mercury-free Health Facilities, Hospitals or other health care facilities may contain mercury in their equipment, such as blood pressure cuffs and thermometer, and in their laboratories. Some facilities have demonstrated leadership in this area by becoming mercury-free. Ask if your health care facility is mercury-free and support mercury-free facilities when possible., Support Businesses With Product Stewardship Programs, Product stewardship is the belief that the responsibility for reducing product impacts is shared between product manufacturers, retailers, government and consumers. Product stewardship principles usually encourage manufacturers to take increasing responsibility to reduce the entire life-cycle impacts of a product and its packaging. For products with toxic components, this often includes a…, Talk To Your Physician About Mercury-related Health Concerns, Talk to your physician if you are concerned about personal mercury-related health impacts. You may also wish to talk with your physician about any mercury-related health concerns if you are pregnant or may become pregnant. Your physician will help you decide if mercury testing is appropriate given your condition and symptoms. DHEC offers analytical services through your physician's office for…Haile Gold Mine
Overview and History, The Haile Gold Mine is located in southern Lancaster County at 6911 Snowy Owl Road in Kershaw, South Carolina. Haile Gold Mine was one of the first operating gold mines in the United States after gold was discovered there in 1827 by Benjamin Haile. Haile Gold Mine has been operated on and off for nearly 200 years. Today, Haile Gold Mine is owned and operated by OceanaGold Corporation , a global…Johnson Controls Facility
This website is dedicated to providing environmental permitting, testing, and monitoring information about Johnson Controls Battery Group, Inc. - Florence Recycling Plant (Johnson Controls). Here you will find recent air emission stack test results and lead monitoring data., We have also included information on the Hazardous Waste and Air Quality permits, as well as the contact information for DHEC staff who can provide additional information. This website was created by DHEC and is being maintained in accordance with a settlement agreement between Johnson Controls, League of Women Voters of South Carolina, Coastal Conservation League and DHEC. The lead acid battery…Lake Conestee Dam
Photo courtesy of the Lake Conestee Dam Restoration Project., The, Lake Conestee Dam Restoration Project webpage, provides updates on the latest activities toward replacing the dam, as well as a livestream of the current construction project. , Lake Conestee Dam is located on the main stem of the Reedy River in Greenville County. The dam is one of the few stone masonry structures regulated under the South Carolina Dams and Reservoir Safety Act and is believed to have been constructed in the mid to late 1880s. The dam has reached the end of its original intended service life. Lake Conestee Dam is a unique structure. This interactive…, Documents, Recent Inspection Reports, Aug. 18, 2022 Dec. 11, 2019 Dec. 1, 2016, Investigative Reports, KleinSchmidt 2019 Report