Review tattoo licensing and regulation — 17 signatures. Status: open.
Identify measures to: Stop inexperienced tattoo artist gaining licensing Prevent unlicensed home studios Ensure proper disposal of clinical waste (tattoo ID cards).
Require: Using an artist licence number to order stock Regular council checks Separate licences ie semi permanent, body & medical. We call for stronger regulation of the tattoo industry to protect clients and legitimate artists. Licensing should require proven training and experience, with robust council checks to prevent unlicensed home studios. Clinical waste must be properly disposed of and tattoo ID cards enforced. Artist licence numbers should be required to purchase professional stock, with separate licences for tattooing, semi-permanent makeup, body piercing and medical tattooing.
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