A Tattooist’s Code of Ethics
- I will provide a clean, safe environment in which to practice.
- An autoclave sterilizer will be used and maintained in accordance with APT guidelines.
- I will keep my blood borne pathogens training current.
- I will follow my local, state and federal health regulations.
- I will not tattoo anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- I will not conduct myself in a manner that will reflect negatively on my profession. All tools and materials used will be of professional quality.
- I will make every effort to educate my clients and the general public in what constitutes safe procedure.
- I will promote safe tattooing within my industry.
- I will provide my clients with written and verbal aftercare instructions.
- I will perform every tattoo to the best of my ability.
- I will maintain a professional attitude toward my clients and peers.
- I will respect the roots, traditions and heritage of my art.
- I will provide a clean, safe environment in which to practice.
- An autoclave sterilizer will be used and maintained in accordance with APT guidelines.
- I will keep my blood borne pathogens training current.
- I will follow my local, state and federal health regulations.
- I will not tattoo anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- I will not conduct myself in a manner that will reflect negatively on my profession. All tools and materials used will be of professional quality.
- I will make every effort to educate my clients and the general public in what constitutes safe procedure.
- I will promote safe tattooing within my industry.
- I will provide my clients with written and verbal aftercare instructions.
- I will perform every tattoo to the best of my ability.
- I will maintain a professional attitude toward my clients and peers.
- I will respect the roots, traditions and heritage of my art.