Get Course 607 Tattoo And Body Art Safety - Oshacademy - Oshatrain

Tattoo studios need to be as clean as a doctor's office or dental clinic. Sterile gloves reduce cross-contamination risk and prevent bodily fluid from transferring in either direction.

Tattoo Supplies Every Artist Needs Tattoo Needles. Tattoo needles come in five general types — turbo, shader, flat, round, and magnum. ... Grips, Tubes, and Tips. Don't risk your gun slipping while you work. ... Barrier Gel. ... Tattoo Ink and Ink Cups. ... Tattoo Machine. ... Transfer Paper. ... Sterilization Equipment and Medical Supplies.

Course is designed for tattoo artists who are at risk for on the job exposure to blood and other bodily fluids in the workplace. The course teaches staff how bloodborne pathogens are spread, how to avoid exposure and what to do if exposed to infectious material.

OSHA Interpretation (Continued) The scope and application of the standard is “dependent on reasonably anticipated occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).” Since tattooing and piercing generate blood, workers in this industry would fall under the scope of the standard.

Tattoo artists wearing face masks has become more and more common lately. For tattoo artists, disposable surgical masks help block large droplets, sprays, or splatter - protecting the artist and client. For further protection, disposable are sleeves protect the artist's arms from blood and pathogens.

The standard requires the use of engineering and work practice controls to eliminate or minimize employee exposure to blood and OPIM. Where occupational exposure remains after the institution of these controls, personal protective equipment must also be used.

Use an antiseptic (for example, 70% isopropyl alcohol) on the skin in the area to be tattooed. Antiseptics should be wiped on in a circular manner using gauze or a swab. To saturate the swab or gauze, use a pump pack or pour antiseptic from its storage container into a disposable cup.

There are universal precautionary measures tattoo artists must take to protect themselves including wearing barrier gowns, disposable gloves, and goggles or eyeglasses to avoid contact and exchange of bodily fluids.