Iowa Administrative Code
Agency 641 - PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Chapter 22 - PRACTICE OF TATTOOING
Rule 641-22.10 - Tattoo artist permit requirements
Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 19, March 20, 2024
(1) No person shall perform tattooing without a current permit to operate issued by the department. Each person shall apply for a permit prior to beginning operation.
(2) Each permit issued shall be in effect solely for the tattoo artist named thereon and shall remain with the tattoo artist upon change of employment. Tattoo artist permits are nontransferable.
(3) An applicant for a tattoo artist permit shall be at least 18 years of age and must submit government-issued documentation to show proof of attaining the age of 18 years.
(4) An applicant must show proof of a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma. (NOTE: Tattoo artists granted a permit prior to January 1, 2010, will not be required to obtain a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma.) A degree from an accredited college will be accepted in lieu of a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma.
(5) Upon initial application and permit renewal application, a tattoo artist must possess and show proof of current certification of American Red Cross or equivalent nationally recognized certifications for blood-borne pathogens and standard first aid.
(6) Permits shall be posted in a conspicuous place in the tattoo establishment.
