CHD: Directory of Services

Body Art Program

Program Services

arm with tattoo The program inspects and licenses body art facilities in Columbus and Worthington.

Bloodborne Pathogens Training Course

Training Course Information

Training Course Registration Form

Link to the training agency (Health Educators, Inc.): www.hlthedu.com

Who Is The Program For?

The program regulates the operations of the body artists in Columbus and Worthington to protect their customers and the general public.

How To Use The Program

Any person engaged in the practice of body art, including tattooing, piercing and permanent cosmetics in Columbus or Worthington must apply for a license with Columbus Public Health using the approved forms.

Cost

Any person who intends to operate a tattoo or body piercing business in Columbus or Worthington must contact Columbus Public Health. Plans must be submitted for approval in advance of the application for license for review. An application for a permanent license must be submitted at least 30 days before the anticipated opening date. A temporary license application must be completed and submitted with appropriate payment at least 10 days in advance of the first day of operation. The annual license fee for a permanent tattoo or body piercing operation is $150.00 per year. The license fee is $25.00 per day for temporary operations. For other environmental health licenses, go to Environmental Health Licensing Program.

Location

Columbus Public Health

Hours

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or by appointment

Resources and Links

Planning Your Tattoo Operation (PDF)

In House Chemical Labeling Guidelines (PDF)

Handwashing Poster (PDF)

Guidance for Small Generators of Infectious Waste (PDF)

Guidance for Laser Removal (PDF)

Ohio Administrative Code Tattoo and Body Piercing Regulations (PDF)

Ohio Revised Code Tattoo and Body Piercing Regulations (PDF)