COVID-19 PROTOCOL
The tattoo industry is already regulated by the Los Angeles County of Public Health and the safety of our clients and artists has always been a top priority. Each of our professional tattoo artists is licensed by the county of Los Angeles and has taken years of Bloodborne Pathogen training to understand the prevention of cross contamination of infectious diseases. We have always worn PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and used hospital grade disinfectants before and after every client. In consideration of COVID-19 and in accordance to the CDC and state, county, and local directives, we have added the following additional safety measures to our regular protocol. These added safety measures are meant to protect our clients, artists, and staff, and their families, and help lessen the spread of COVID-19 in our local community.
All artists and staff must self screen to attest they have no respiratory illness symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath. Nor have they been exposed to anyone who has tested positive to COVID-19 within 14 days. If so, they will stay home sick to self isolate.
Prior to entry, all clients must confirm they have no respiratory illness symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath. Nor have they been exposed to anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 within 14 days. If so, they will need to reschedule their appointment for at least 14 days later. Deposits will still be honored even for short notice rescheduling due to sickness or possible viral exposure.
We kindly request that clients do not bring any guests or visitors. If a client feels they need the emotional support of a friend or trusted loved one, we will allow a maximum of ONE guest. Children, minors, or pets are not permitted inside at any time.
Upon entry, clients are required to sanitize their hands as well as personal belongings such as phones, water bottles, purses, etc. using complimentary sanitizer and wipes provided in our lobby. We ask that clients do not bring any excess personal belongings with them inside the studio.
Clients must complete a digital symptom screening and digital Informed Consent Release Form Waiver on their own personal electronic device such as phone or tablet. If a client does not have a phone or tablet or wi-fi access, the studio can allow a manual form instead.
Clients must provide proof of ID and age verification to get tattooed.
In accordance with current Los Angeles County mandates, all clients, guests, artists, and staff are encouraged to wear a mask or face covering that covers the nose and mouth while inside the studio.
Eating, smoking, and vaping are prohibited inside the studio. Clients may bring their own beverage to stay hydrated for their session, but we will not be able to provide water or refills to outside water bottles.
Artists, staff, and clients are required to wash their hands frequently and thoroughly and follow all CDC recommended practices for reducing the spread of infection by covering coughs/sneezes, not touching their face, etc.
All tattoo stations surfaces and equipment must be disinfected and covered with single use disposable barriers such as plastics prior to each session. Equipment that cannot be covered shall be single use and disposed of after each client.
Artists and staff are required to thoroughly clean and disinfect all workstation surfaces, equipment, and touch points after each client.
The tattoo industry has already been practicing most of these measures on a daily basis for decades. We are accustomed to keeping clients safe as well as ourselves and our families. So while it might look a bit different and we won’t see each others smiles, it makes us happy to know that we are all doing our part together. And at the same time making some great art and memories to go with it. #StaySafe