Are tattoo artists and shops licensed in Arkansas? |
| Tattoo
and permanent cosmetic artists are required to be certified
in Arkansas. Certification requirements include a six-month
apprenticeship with an artist who has been certified in
Arkansas for a minimum of three years. An application
for apprenticeship must be completed as well as a written
exam which is based on the Rules and Regulations Pertaining
Permanent Cosmetic and Tattoo Establishments. A practical
exam is conducted near the end of the six month apprenticeship.
A copy of the regulations is available on request. |
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What type of sterilization equipment is required for tattoo
establishments? |
| An approved steam pressure
type autoclave and approved autoclave packaging is required. |
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Are mobile tattoo units approved in Arkansas? |
| Mobile tattoo units must
meet all the requirements of the Rules and Regulations and provide adequate facilities for
storage of liquid waste and a potable water system under pressure. All liquid waste must
be discharged into an approve sanitary sewage disposal system. |
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Is there an annual license fee for tattoo or permanent cosmetic
artists or shops? |
| Act
414 of 2001 requires a $250 annual shop fee which expires
December 3st of each year. This also is required for body
piercing shops. There is currently no artist license fee. |
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Is body piercing regulated in Arkansas? |
| Act
414 of 2001 also addresses body piercing as a form of
body art. The Arkansas Department of Health is currently
revising the Rules and Regulations Pertaining to Permanent
Cosmetic Establishments to address specific requirements
for body piercing establishments and artists. Existing
body piercing establishments are being inspected and are
being given time to bring their shops into compliance
with the existing regulations for sanitation. New establishments
must submit plans and meet current construction and sanitation
requirements before opening. |
