NC REHS tattoo Authorization Study
Guide Exam Questions with Complete
Solutions
Tattooing - ANSWER-inserting of permanent markings or coloration upon or under the
skin through use of a needle or other method
True or false: Tattoo removal is authorized by a tattoo permit from LHD - ANSWER-
False:
Blood and Bodily Fluids Precaution - ANSWER-method of infection control, treating all
fluids as if they are infected with blood born
What are considered sharps? - ANSWER-any object that breaks or punctures the skin
sterilize - ANSWER-approved microbicidal treatment
Tattoo artist - ANSWER-any person who engages in tattooing
tattoo establishment - ANSWER-any location where tattooing is engaged or business
there of
tattooing room - ANSWER-the room that tattooing occurs
True or False: Multiple artists are allowed to operate under the same permit in the same
facility - ANSWER-False: Each artist must have their own permit, must be posted
An application for permit must be submitted By when? - ANSWER-at least 30 days
before desired open date
an application for renewal must be submitted by when - ANSWER-at least 30 days
before previous permit expiration
What records shall be kept by tattoo artist and for how long are they kept. - ANSWER-
patron, address, phone #, dob, SIGNATURE kept 2 years
Where can tattooing be performed in an establishment. - ANSWER-in at least one tattoo
room that is separate and restricted, easily cleanable, clean good repair
How many artists can operate in a establishment with one lavatory and where should it
be located? Can patrons use it? - ANSWER-one lavatory per 5 artists, accessible to
tattoo room with out touching anything, artists only restriction
Guide Exam Questions with Complete
Solutions
Tattooing - ANSWER-inserting of permanent markings or coloration upon or under the
skin through use of a needle or other method
True or false: Tattoo removal is authorized by a tattoo permit from LHD - ANSWER-
False:
Blood and Bodily Fluids Precaution - ANSWER-method of infection control, treating all
fluids as if they are infected with blood born
What are considered sharps? - ANSWER-any object that breaks or punctures the skin
sterilize - ANSWER-approved microbicidal treatment
Tattoo artist - ANSWER-any person who engages in tattooing
tattoo establishment - ANSWER-any location where tattooing is engaged or business
there of
tattooing room - ANSWER-the room that tattooing occurs
True or False: Multiple artists are allowed to operate under the same permit in the same
facility - ANSWER-False: Each artist must have their own permit, must be posted
An application for permit must be submitted By when? - ANSWER-at least 30 days
before desired open date
an application for renewal must be submitted by when - ANSWER-at least 30 days
before previous permit expiration
What records shall be kept by tattoo artist and for how long are they kept. - ANSWER-
patron, address, phone #, dob, SIGNATURE kept 2 years
Where can tattooing be performed in an establishment. - ANSWER-in at least one tattoo
room that is separate and restricted, easily cleanable, clean good repair
How many artists can operate in a establishment with one lavatory and where should it
be located? Can patrons use it? - ANSWER-one lavatory per 5 artists, accessible to
tattoo room with out touching anything, artists only restriction
