Federal Hygiene Ordinance for Tattooing: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Professional tattoo studios in Switzerland must follow strict hygiene and documentation rules to ensure safety and compliance.
This ordinance sets the mandatory hygiene and safety standards that must be followed by those performing tattoos professionally.
Who it's for
This scheme applies to all professional tattoo studios operating in Switzerland.
What you get
By following these regulations, studios ensure they meet national safety standards. This includes maintaining strict documentation regarding the sterilization of equipment and the specific batches of ink used during sessions.
What it costs you
There is no stated monetary cost to follow these regulations, but you will need to invest time into maintaining detailed records of your sterilization processes and ink supplies.
The catch to know
You cannot use just any ink; all inks used in your studio must be on the official approved list provided by the federal authorities.
How to apply
- Review the hygiene requirements for sterilization and record-keeping.
- Verify that all your current ink supplies are on the approved list.
- Implement a system to document every ink batch and sterilization cycle.
- Visit the official portal for more details: https://www.blv.admin.ch