Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 511 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Chapter 511-3 - ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH HAZARDS
Subject 511-3-8 - BODY ART
Rule 511-3-8-.03 - Applicability
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
(1) These regulations do not apply to a physician or osteopath licensed under O.C.G.A. Chapter 34 of Title 43, or to a technician acting under the direct supervision of such licensed physician or osteopath.
(2) Individuals who pierce only the lobe of the ear (and not the ear cartilage, nose or eyebrows, etc.) with a pre-sterilized single-use stud-and clasp ear piercing system are exempt from these regulations, provided that such ear-piercing systems conform to the manufacturer's directions on use and applicable FDA requirements.
(3) The Department and the applicable Health Authority retain the authority to investigate consumer complaints and outbreaks relating to the alleged misuse or improper disinfection of ear-piercing systems.
(4) These rules shall take effect six months after official posting by the Secretary of State.
O.C.G.A. §§ 31-40-1, 31-40-6.
