Australia Tattoo & Body Art Hygiene Inspection Checklist
This tattoo and body art hygiene inspection checklist ensures compliance with state/territory Public Health Acts, local council registration requirements, and Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare (adapted for skin penetration). Covers infection control, instrument reprocessing, single-use equipment, bloodborne virus prevention, premises hygiene, and operator training. Skin penetration businesses must be registered with their local council.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Monthly
- Estimated Time: 25-35 minutes
- Role: Business Owner / Health Inspector / Operator
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: State/Territory Public Health Act, Local Council Registration, AS/NZS 4815, Infection Control Guidelines, WHS Act 2011
Premises & General Hygiene
Premises cleanliness and general hygiene standards.
- Business registered with local council?
- Work/treatment areas clean and well-maintained?
- Work surfaces non-porous and easy to clean?
- Floors clean, non-slip, and in good repair?
- Dedicated handwash basin in each treatment room?
Infection Control Practices
Infection prevention during skin penetration procedures.
- Hand hygiene performed before and after each client?
- New disposable gloves worn for each client?
- Client skin properly prepared (cleaned/disinfected)?
- Barrier protection used on equipment (wraps, covers)?
- No mouth pipetting or blowing on skin?
Single-Use Equipment & Supplies
Single-use item management.
- All needles are single-use and disposed after each client?
- Ink cups/caps single-use and discarded after each client?
- Razors are single-use?
- Sterile equipment packaging opened in front of client?
- Body jewellery sterile and from reputable suppliers?
Sterilisation & Reprocessing
Reusable instrument sterilisation per AS/NZS 4815.
- Autoclave (steam steriliser) available and operational?
- Autoclave biological indicator testing current?
- Instruments cleaned before sterilisation?
- Sterilisation records maintained?
- Sterilised items stored correctly?
Waste Management
Clinical and sharps waste management.
- Sharps containers available and compliant (AS 4031)?
- Clinical waste (blood-contaminated) segregated?
- Licensed clinical waste contractor engaged?
- General waste managed separately?
Client Care & Aftercare
Client consultation, consent, and aftercare.
- Written consent obtained from each client?
- Age verification performed (18+ for tattoos)?
- Relevant medical history obtained?
- Written aftercare instructions provided?
- Client records maintained per requirements?
- Additional observations and actions required
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Why Use This Australia Tattoo & Body Art Hygiene Inspection Checklist?
This australia tattoo & body art hygiene inspection checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for business owner / health inspector / operator professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.
Ensures compliance with State/Territory Public Health Act, Local Council Registration, AS/NZS 4815, Infection Control Guidelines, WHS Act 2011. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Australia Tattoo & Body Art Hygiene Inspection Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Premises & General Hygiene, Infection Control Practices, Single-Use Equipment & Supplies, Sterilisation & Reprocessing, Waste Management, Client Care & Aftercare. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 25-35 minutes.
Who should use this Australia Tattoo & Body Art Hygiene Inspection Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Business Owner / Health Inspector / Operator professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.