OREGON TATTOO EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS, UPDATED 2026, FULL
SOLUTIONS, GUARANTEED A+,
SUCCESS CERTIFIED
Q: EPA ANSWER: Environmental Protection Agency ✔✔
Context: In a tattoo studio, you must use EPA-registered disinfectants. These are
chemicals proven to kill specific pathogens (like HIV or Hepatitis) on hard
surfaces.
Q: FDA ANSWER: Food and Drug Administration ✔✔
Context: The FDA oversees the pigments (inks) and topical anesthetics used in
tattooing. While they do not "approve" tattoo inks for injection into the skin, they
monitor reports of adverse reactions and heavy metal content.
Definitions of Practice
Q: What is a "Field of Practice"? ANSWER: The specific field of body
modification, including tattooing, body piercing, electrolysis, dermal
implanting, or scarification. ✔✔
Q: What are "Instruments"? ANSWER: Equipment used during tattooing
services, including but not limited to needles and tubes. ✔✔
Licensing and Renewal (Oregon & Kansas Standards)
Note: The following rules specifically align with Oregon and Kansas
administrative codes.
Q: How long is a Tattoo License valid? ANSWER: Good for one year;
becomes inactive on the last day of the month one year from the date of
issuance. ✔✔
Example: If your license was issued on March 10, 2025, it will expire on March
31, 2026.
,Q: How long can you tattoo with a temporary license? ANSWER: No more
than 30 consecutive days. ✔✔
Context: This is often used for "Guest Artists" traveling to conventions or doing a
short stint at a different shop.
Sharps Disposal Standards
Q: What are the requirements for a Sharps Container?
1. Puncture-resistant and leak-proof.
2. Must be able to be closed for handling and transportation.
3. Must be labeled with the universal Biohazard symbol. ANSWER ✔✔
How often can you renew a temporary license? -ANSWER✔✔Up to two times in a
12 month period from date of initial application. Can be done consecutively.
How long in advance do you need to submit a request to renew a license before
tattooing services are provided? -ANSWER✔✔20 days unless otherwise approved
by office.
How much notice is required before services are performed when changing work
location? -ANSWER✔✔At least 24 hours.
When do you need to renew your tattoo license? -ANSWER✔✔PRIOR to license
entering inactive status.
How long can your license be inactive for? -ANSWER✔✔Up to 3 years
How do you renew your license if it has expired? -ANSWER✔✔You don't. You
reapply and meet initial requirements for licensure.
, How many hours of continuing education do you need per year? -ANSWER✔✔10
hours
What kind of education do you need to be considered "continuing education" -
ANSWER✔✔5 hours by participation or attendance at a course provided by
approved facilities, 5 hours self study
What topics can you study for continuing education? -ANSWER✔✔Laws and rules
regulating licensed artists, safety and sterilization, color theory, design, art and
placement, client services, and business operations
What is not eligible for continuing education credits? -ANSWER✔✔CPR training,
First Aid, and Blood borne pathogens because these are conditions of the license.
How many hours of continuing education hours can be carried to the next renewal
cycle? -ANSWER✔✔8 hours
Where must inks, dyes, or pigments come from? -ANSWER✔✔Commercial
supplier or manufacturer
What must inks, dyes, or pigments have on their container? -
ANSWER✔✔Expiration date, use of expired products is prohibited
When should the skin be cleansed? -ANSWER✔✔Thoroughly prior to beginning a
procedure
When can tattooing services be performed on a person younger than 18 years old? -
ANSWER✔✔When authorized or prescribed by a physicians statement
AND ANSWERS, UPDATED 2026, FULL
SOLUTIONS, GUARANTEED A+,
SUCCESS CERTIFIED
Q: EPA ANSWER: Environmental Protection Agency ✔✔
Context: In a tattoo studio, you must use EPA-registered disinfectants. These are
chemicals proven to kill specific pathogens (like HIV or Hepatitis) on hard
surfaces.
Q: FDA ANSWER: Food and Drug Administration ✔✔
Context: The FDA oversees the pigments (inks) and topical anesthetics used in
tattooing. While they do not "approve" tattoo inks for injection into the skin, they
monitor reports of adverse reactions and heavy metal content.
Definitions of Practice
Q: What is a "Field of Practice"? ANSWER: The specific field of body
modification, including tattooing, body piercing, electrolysis, dermal
implanting, or scarification. ✔✔
Q: What are "Instruments"? ANSWER: Equipment used during tattooing
services, including but not limited to needles and tubes. ✔✔
Licensing and Renewal (Oregon & Kansas Standards)
Note: The following rules specifically align with Oregon and Kansas
administrative codes.
Q: How long is a Tattoo License valid? ANSWER: Good for one year;
becomes inactive on the last day of the month one year from the date of
issuance. ✔✔
Example: If your license was issued on March 10, 2025, it will expire on March
31, 2026.
,Q: How long can you tattoo with a temporary license? ANSWER: No more
than 30 consecutive days. ✔✔
Context: This is often used for "Guest Artists" traveling to conventions or doing a
short stint at a different shop.
Sharps Disposal Standards
Q: What are the requirements for a Sharps Container?
1. Puncture-resistant and leak-proof.
2. Must be able to be closed for handling and transportation.
3. Must be labeled with the universal Biohazard symbol. ANSWER ✔✔
How often can you renew a temporary license? -ANSWER✔✔Up to two times in a
12 month period from date of initial application. Can be done consecutively.
How long in advance do you need to submit a request to renew a license before
tattooing services are provided? -ANSWER✔✔20 days unless otherwise approved
by office.
How much notice is required before services are performed when changing work
location? -ANSWER✔✔At least 24 hours.
When do you need to renew your tattoo license? -ANSWER✔✔PRIOR to license
entering inactive status.
How long can your license be inactive for? -ANSWER✔✔Up to 3 years
How do you renew your license if it has expired? -ANSWER✔✔You don't. You
reapply and meet initial requirements for licensure.
, How many hours of continuing education do you need per year? -ANSWER✔✔10
hours
What kind of education do you need to be considered "continuing education" -
ANSWER✔✔5 hours by participation or attendance at a course provided by
approved facilities, 5 hours self study
What topics can you study for continuing education? -ANSWER✔✔Laws and rules
regulating licensed artists, safety and sterilization, color theory, design, art and
placement, client services, and business operations
What is not eligible for continuing education credits? -ANSWER✔✔CPR training,
First Aid, and Blood borne pathogens because these are conditions of the license.
How many hours of continuing education hours can be carried to the next renewal
cycle? -ANSWER✔✔8 hours
Where must inks, dyes, or pigments come from? -ANSWER✔✔Commercial
supplier or manufacturer
What must inks, dyes, or pigments have on their container? -
ANSWER✔✔Expiration date, use of expired products is prohibited
When should the skin be cleansed? -ANSWER✔✔Thoroughly prior to beginning a
procedure
When can tattooing services be performed on a person younger than 18 years old? -
ANSWER✔✔When authorized or prescribed by a physicians statement
