Press release from KTPA

Regarding COVID-19 as it relates to tattoos and piercings in KY.

The  Kentucky Tattoo and Piercing Association members would like to assure  the community that each associated shop is taking every possible safety  precaution advised by the local health department and the CDC during  this time, to ensure everyone has a safe and positive experience.

The  updated 2019 Kentucky Tattoo and Piercing regulations require all state  licensed artists to be blood bourne pathogen trained and certified.  This is a strict professional hygiene practice that ensures each client  and artist is protected from the spread of various diseases and  pathogens. Additionally, the KY health code requires all permitted shops  and artists to sanitize work stations after each client, and  surrounding areas daily. Hand washing is performed before, during the  procedure when protective gloves are removed, and after each client. We  will be taking every extra measure possible to keep everyone healthy and  happy.

We encourage you to reach out to your shop or artist with any concerns or questions prior to your appointment.

If  you or a person in your household should feel sick, have respiratory  symptoms such as shortness of breath, have a fever, or dry cough: Please  call your artist to reschedule your appointment. Monitoring your own  health and regular hand washing helps keep both our shops and other  clients clear of illness during this time.

Thank you for your continued support of professional and licensed tattoo shops and piercers.

-The Kentucky Tattoo and Piercing Association