VA Tattooing Regulations for the PMU
State Board Exam
aseptic technique - correct answer-a hygienic practice that prevents and hinders the direct
transfer of microorganisms, regardless of pathogenicity, from one person or place to another
person or place
endorsement - correct answer-a method of obtaining a license by a person who is currently
licensed in another state.
Gratuitous Services - correct answer-providing tattooing services without receiving
compensation or reward, or obligation. Gratuitous services do not include services provided
at no charge when goods are purchased.
Reinstatement - correct answer-having a license restored to effectiveness after the
expiration date has passed
renewal - correct answer-continuing the effectiveness of a license for another period of time
In order to receive a license as a cosmetic tattooer, the applicant must meet the following
requirements: - correct answer--Must be in good standing in every jurisdiction where
licensed, certified, or registered
-Disclose any disciplinary action taken in another jurisdiction in connection with the
applicants practice as a tattooer to the board
-Disclose to the board if the applicant has been licensed previously in VA as a tattooer
-Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony in any jurisdiction where licensed
(any records of convictions shall be sent to the board within 10 days after all appeal rights
have expired)
State Board Exam
aseptic technique - correct answer-a hygienic practice that prevents and hinders the direct
transfer of microorganisms, regardless of pathogenicity, from one person or place to another
person or place
endorsement - correct answer-a method of obtaining a license by a person who is currently
licensed in another state.
Gratuitous Services - correct answer-providing tattooing services without receiving
compensation or reward, or obligation. Gratuitous services do not include services provided
at no charge when goods are purchased.
Reinstatement - correct answer-having a license restored to effectiveness after the
expiration date has passed
renewal - correct answer-continuing the effectiveness of a license for another period of time
In order to receive a license as a cosmetic tattooer, the applicant must meet the following
requirements: - correct answer--Must be in good standing in every jurisdiction where
licensed, certified, or registered
-Disclose any disciplinary action taken in another jurisdiction in connection with the
applicants practice as a tattooer to the board
-Disclose to the board if the applicant has been licensed previously in VA as a tattooer
-Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony in any jurisdiction where licensed
(any records of convictions shall be sent to the board within 10 days after all appeal rights
have expired)
