Is there a sink separate from the bathroom sink? -Does the artist use a disposable razor when shaving skin?
-The Speed Stick used as an ahesive for the tattoo pattern should not be directly applied to the skin, but applied first to a tissue which can then be used on the skin. -Autoclaves should be inspected regularly. -Sterile materials should be stored in sealed containers away from things that could cause body fluids or ink to splash on them -The palate that holds the ink caps should be covered with Saran Wrap -After tattooing, the ink caps should be discarded and the ink not reused or poured back into the bottles Be particularly wary of “outdoor fair booths.” While many are run by caring, experienced artists, these booths allow fly-by-night operators to make some fast money and disappear. If you don’t know the artist, spend time watching them work on others first. Are they reusing needles? Do they use needles that have dropped on the ground? If you see any unsanitary conditions that are particularly alarming, post them to RAB (better yet–email me or Ardvark for the Piercing FAQ)! If you
