Body Art, Tattoos & Body Piercings
Body Art (including tattoos and piercings) is regulated under the authority of Chapter 3730.01 of the Ohio Revised Code (ORC) and Chapter 3701-9 f the Ohio Revised Code (ORC). The Warren County Health District conducts annual inspections to verify sterilization processes, operator training, and general sanitation to ensure public safety.
Note: You will be redirected to the Accela Citizen Access (ACA) portal.
Starting a Body Art Facility
Approval Sequence
In order to open a new facility, you must first obtain approval from local zoning. Facility plans must then be submitted to the Health District and the Warren County Building Department for review.
Operator Training
All operators must maintain current certification in Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aid, and Principles of Infection Control. These records are verified during your annual inspection.
Safety & Sanitation
WCHD staff verifies sterilization equipment, record-keeping, and procedural safety (such as proper glove usage and handwashing) to prevent the spread of infections.
Required Documentation Checklist
Before submitting your application via the portal, ensure you have the following ready:
- Body Art Guidelines & Application
- Infection Prevention & Control Plan
- Zoning Approval
- Written documentation from your local zoning authority.
- Facility Plans
- Detailed layout of the facility.
- Building Department submittal confirmation.
- Operator Certifications
- Bloodborne Pathogen training certificates.
- First Aid training certificates.
- Infection Control certification.
- Sterilization Records
- Details on sterilization equipment used.
- Process validation and record-keeping procedures.
- Consent Forms
- Standard client waiver and aftercare instructions.