All businesses that offer tattoos and/or permanent make-up are required to be permitted by the Florida Department of Health because they generate Biomedical Waste.
After January 1, 2012, ALL businesses that offer tattoos and/or permanent make-up will be required to be permitted by the Florida Department of Health as a Tattoo Establishment.
Before January 1, 2012, ALL businesses that offer tattoos and/or permanent make-up are required to operate ONLY under the supervision of an authorized medical doctor under Florida Statute and Florida Administrative Code.
Where can I find more information, including the laws governing tattoo and/or permanent make-up facilities in Florida?
Florida Department of Health: http://www.myfloridaeh.com/community/Tattoo/index.html
How do I apply for a permit to provide tattoo or permanent make-up services?
Contact the Martin County Health Department/Environmental Health Division 772-221-4090 and request to speak to an inspector.
How do I apply for a biomedical waste permit?
Where can I see inspection results for a Tattoo or Permanent Make-up Facility?
Only the biomedical waste inspection is available at this time: http://www.myfloridaeh.com/ephdata
Contact Information:
Phone: 772-221-4090 Fax: 772-221-4090
Email:
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