The following recommendations have been prepared by professional tattooists working
together with local, and national health & safety authorities.

Always insist that you see your tattooist remove a new needle & tube set-up from a
sealed envelope immediately prior to your tattoo.

Be certain you see your tattooist pour a new ink supply into a new disposable container
and make sure he puts on a new pair of disposable gloves before setting up tubes, needles
and ink supplies. This is a standard procedure.

Satisfy yourself that the shop furnishings & tattooist are clean & orderly in appearance; much like a medical facility.

Take time to observe them at work & do not hesitate to inquire about their experience
& qualifications in the tattoo field. Look for any awards or certificates etc.

Seek out a professional tattooist if the artist or studio does not appear up to these
standards or if they become evasive when questioned.

Ensure that you have means of indentification with you if there is any forseeable reason
for the tattooist to question your age. The legal age limit is 18 years.