Pre Licence Approval Conditions Ear Piercing Only

Ear Piercing Only

1. The applicant shall ensure that a separate area with a washable chair with disposable paper sheet has been designated for the carrying out of that activity within the premises.
2. The applicant shall ensure that they display notices in the designated area of the premises:-
    

   (a) advising that ear piercing will not be carried out on any person under the influence of alcohol or drugs;
   (b) advising that ear piercing will not be carried out on any child under the age of 16 unless accompanied by a
         person who has parental rights and responsibilities in respect of that child and who has also given their
         consent in writing to the ear piercing; and
   (c) listing the names of licensed and authorised practitioners;
   (d) advising of the risks associated with ear piercing.

3. The applicant shall ensure that the premises has the following facilities conveniently located to the designated area:
    

   (a) a wash hand basin with hot and cold running water;
   (b) a paper towel holder containing paper towels:
   (c) a soap dispenser containing soap:
   (d) a dispenser containing alcohol solution for cleaning purposes;
   (e) a waste bucket with a pedal operated lid.

4. The applicant shall ensure that the designated area is effectively ventilated and illuminated for the purposes of ear piercing.
5. The Licence holder shall ensure that every operator is capable of demonstrating that they have sufficient knowledge, skill, training and experience commensurate with the skin piercing or tattooing activities they carry out. The Licence holder shall retain a record of the information provided.