What is the definition of a tattoo?
To Mark or color the skin by pricking in coloring matter so as to form indelible marks or figures by the
production of scars
What is the tattoo studio?
Any room or space where tattooing is practiced or where the business of tattooing is conducted
What is sterilization of the needles?
Holding in an autoclave for 25 minutes at 15 pounds pressure at a temperature of 250°F
What are the main pieces of studio sanitation?
Washing hands prior to working on each person and when interruptions occur, blow drying or single
use towels, disposable gloves
What are the requirements for a work chair?
Smooth, white colored, non-absorbent, corrosive resistant, and easily sanitized
What is the exemption for work chairs?
If the chair was in use prior to June 9, 2010 then it may be examples of the light color requirement
What are sanitation requirements for materials?
All materials applied to humans skins shall be from a single use or transferred from bulk to single use
container and be disposed of after each use
What must be prepared before the tattooing process begins?
Records including; name and signature, address, ID, date design and location of tattoo
What must be done after a tattoo is finished?
Aftercare instructions must be given to each patron, and also posted clearly in the studio
What are some rules for tattoo artists?
They must wear clean outer garments and if they have illnesses that may be transmitted to others
they cannot tattoo until they are no longer experiencing symptoms
What must be done to a patron skin before tattooing?
Shaving of body hair with a single use disposable razor, antibacterial solution applied to area of skin,
use of a paper or acetate stencil
What are requirements for dyes and pigments?
Only non-toxic and sterile dies, from approved suppliers, single use containers, disposed of any
unused material in containers