915 Tattoo OHLA JB3 Exam 2023 Questions and Answers

Hand Washing? Describe it. - Answer- Hand washing must include thoroughly washing the hands in warm, running water with liquid soap using friction on all surfaces of the hands and wrists, then rinsing hands and drying hands with a clean, disposable paper towel, or by using an antibacterial hand sanitizer by using friction on all surfaces of the hands and wrists. Wash hands before setting up? - Answer- Must wash hands prior to donning gloves to set-up of instruments used for conducting a tattoo procedure; Washing hands after set up? - Answer- Must wash Immediately prior to donning gloves to perform a tattoo procedure Washing after tattoo is done? - Answer- Immediately after removing gloves at the conclusion of performing a tattoo procedure and after removing gloves at the conclusion of procedures performed in the sterilization area; Wash before you leave the shop? - Answer- Must wash hands when leaving the work area I just got some blood on my hands, what should I do? - Answer- Wash hands when coming in contact with blood or bodily fluids Smoke then? - Answer- Before and after performing the following acts not limited to eating, drinking, smoking, applying lip cosmetics or lip balm, handling contact lenses, or using the bathroom Who is responsible for the cleanliness of common areas of a tattoo shop? - Answer- Every licensed artist. The cleanliness of any common area in a facility is the responsibility of each license holder. All license holders may be cited for violations found in the common area. Who is responsible for equipment maintenance? - Answer- Use and maintain appropriate equipment and instruments for providing services in a field of practice at the place of business; I rigged up my power supply so now it plays a song every time I turn on my machine. - Answer- Use equipment and instruments in a manner described in the manufacturer's instructions which is consistent with the manufacturer's intended use of the device by the FDA; I made a really neat machine from a toothbrush and a guitar string, is that something I can use? - Answer- No. Use equipment and instruments that are not prohibited for use in a field of practice by the Agency or the FDA; What do I have to clean my station with? - Answer- Ensure a high-level disinfectant is used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions to disinfect surfaces where services are performed. I want to keep my chemicals in unmarked jars. Is this OK? - Answer- No. Ensure chemicals are stored in labled, closed containers. I need to save paper, can I use dishtowels and kitchen gloves when I tattoo? - Answer- No. Ensure that single-use disposable paper products, single-use needles, and protective gloves are used for each client. Use of towels and linens are prohibited. Should I have a sink available to clients? - Answer- Yes. Have unrestricted access or availability to a sink with hot and cold running water, as part of surrounding premises or adjacent to the facility but separate from a restroom unless operating as a temporary earlobe piercing licensee. Am I expected to keep a clean bathroom? - Answer- Yes. Ensure lavatories located within the facility are kept clean and in good working order at all times. Can I use air blowers in the bathroom? - Answer- Yes, and can be substituted for disposable hand towels. I have an open garbage can, is that ok? - Answer- No. Ensure all waste material related to a service in a field of practice be deposited in a covered container following service for each clients. Can my client bring in their dog? - Answer- No. Ensure pets or other animals not be permitted in the business facility. This prohibition does not apply to service animals recognized by the American Disabilities Act or fish in aquariums or nonpoisonous reptiles in terrariums. My disinfecting agent is a little watery, should I still use it? - Answer- No. Ensure all disinfecting solutions or agents be kept at adequate strengths to maintain effectiveness, be free of foreign material and be available for immediate use at all times the facility is open. Can the garbage can at my station be used for any garbage? - Answer- No. Ensure waste disposed of in receptacles located in non-service areas is limited to materials, which are not practice-related or used in the performance of any client services. What is "Double Bagging"? - Answer- Ensure all waste items that come in direct contact with the client's skin that cannot be cleaned and sterilized must be disposed of utilizing a "double bagging" technique: which means the waste must be completely enclosed inside a discarded glove or disposed of in a closed plastic bag that is separate from the garbage liners. The waste must be disposed of in a covered waste receptacle immediately after use. What do you do with sharps? - Answer- Ensure disposable sharp objects that come in contact with blood and/or body fluids must be disposed of in a sharps container. What is the standard for precautionary measures? - Answer- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Standard Precautions. When handling instruments, should I wear gloves? - Answer- Ensure that all instruments that come in direct contact with client's skin are handled using gloves. Am I required to wear eye goggles? - Answer- A licensee must wear eye goggles, shields or a mask if spattering is possible while providing services. What is the proper way to dispense ointments? - Answer- All substances must be dispensed from containers in a manner to prevent contamination of the unused portion. Single use tubes or containers and applicators shall be discarded following the service. What are two types of cross contamination to be aware of? - Answer- Cross contaminating from touch or air particulates in any procedure area which comes in direct contact with client is prohibited. Where should I get my tattoo inks? - Answer- Inks, dyes, or pigments must be purchased from a commercial supplier or manufacturer. Products banned or restricted by the Food and Drug Administration must not be used. Can I use acetate stencils? - Answer- Tattoo artists must disinfect plastic or acetate stencil used to transfer the design to the client's skin, if not using disposable stencils. If the plastic or acetate stencil is reused the licensee must thoroughly clean and rinse and immerse in a high level disinfectant according to the manufacturer's instructions. Describe what must be done upon the completion of a tattoo procedure. - Answer- 1. Skin must be cleansed; excluding the area surrounding the eyes, with a clean single-use paper product saturated with an antiseptic solution 2. A clean covering must be placed over designs and adhered to the skin 3. An absorbent material must be incorporated into the covering to prevent the spread of bodily fluids and cross contamination. Unless the clean covering is an impenetrable barrier which prevents the spread of body fluids and cross contamination. When may tattooing services be performed on a person under 18 years of age? - Answer- When authorized or prescribed by a physician's statement. Can you tattoo on someone who is obviously drunk? - Answer- No. Tattooing is prohibited on a person who shows signs of being inebriated or appears to be incapacitated by the use of alcohol or drugs What if you see needle marks indicating intravenous drug use? - Answer- No, tattooing is prohibited on a person who show signs of intravenous drug use. Can you tattoo on a sunburn? - Answer- No. You may not tattoo on a person with sunburn or other skin diseases or disorders such as open lesions, rashes, wounds, puncture marks in areas of treatment. Bobby is 16, he comes in with his mom. She says it is ok and is willing to sign off for little Bobby. Can you tattoo him then? - Answer- No. No tattooing on a person under 18 years of age, regardless of parental or legal guardian consent. What do you have to do if you fail the practical examination? - Answer- Failed practical examinations may be retaken at a date and time determined by the Agency. Applicants retaking a failed practical must notify the Agency within 30 days before the next scheduled examination date and pay all examination fees After failing to pass the practical examination after 3 attempts? - Answer- Must wait 30 calendar days and pay additional fees. Must submit an official transcript certifying completion of an additional 100 hours of instruction in theory. After 4th failed attempt? - Answer- ability to retake, requirements for retake, or both will be determined by the Agency on a case-by-case basis. After 1st failed attempt, how long must you wait before retake? - Answer- applicant may not retake for seven calendar days After 2nd failed attempt, how long then? - Answer- applicant may not retake for seven calendar days After 3rd failed attempt? - Answer- applicant may not retake for 30 calendar days, must pay all additional fees and must submit and official transcript certifying completion of an additional 100 hours of instruction in theory, focused on the approved curriculum from a career school. After fourth failed attempt - Answer- 7 days After fifth? - Answer- 7 days After sixth failed attempt? - Answer- appicant may not retake for 30 calendar days, must pay all additional fees and must submit an official transcript certifying completetion of an additional 100 hours of instruction in theory, focused on the approved curriculum. After the seventh failed attempt? - Answer- ability to retake, requirements for retake, or both will be determined by the Agency on a case by case basis. Agency means? - Answer- The Oregon Health Licensing Agency Direct Supervision means? - Answer- The supervisor or instructor is present in the facility and actively involved in direct oversight and training of students. EPA means? - Answer- United States Environmental Protection Agency FDA means? - Answer- Food and Drug Administration High-Level disinfectant means? - Answer- A chemical agent, registered with the EPA, which has demonstrated tuberculocidal activity. "Instruments" means? - Answer- Equipment used during tattooing services. Types of instruments include but are not limited to needles and tubes. "Sharps Container" means? - Answer- A puncture-resistant, leak-proof container that can be closed for handling, storage, transportation, and disposal. This container must be labeled with the "Biohazard" symbol. "Practitioner" means? - Answer- A person licensed to perform services included within a field of practice. A tattoo license is good for how long? - Answer- For one year and becomes inactive on the last day of the month one year from the date of issuance. Am I required to complete blood borne pathogens training? - Answer- Yes. You must submit documentation of having completed blood borne pathogens training from an agency approved provider. This is required as part of your application for Tattoo License. Am I required to complete cardiopulmonary resuscitation and basic first aid training? - Answer- Yes. As part of your requirements for tattoo licensing, you must complete a cardiopulmonary resuscitation and basic first aid training from an agency approved provider. What is the legal age of a tattoo artist applying for a license? - Answer- You must show proof of being 18 years of age. Do I have to prove I have finished high school to get my license? - Answer- Yes. You must submit proof of having a high school diploma or equivalent What is a "qualifying pathway"? - Answer- In order to apply for a license in oregon state you must complete an Oregon Licensed Career School for Tattooing OR have proof that you have been tattooing for the last 3 of 5 years What is required for License Pathway 1? - Answer- Transcript from a tattooing career school showing completion. Pay examination fees Submit passing score of an Agency approved written examination Submit passing score of an Agency approved practical skills assessment. Pay all license fees. If an applicant is was previously licensed as a tattoo artist in Oregon are you still required to provide transcripts? - Answer- An applicant is not required to provide proof of official transcripts in a field of practice if the applicant was previously licensed as a tattoo artist in Oregon. What does reciprocity mean? - Answer- Submit an affidavit of licensure demonstrating proof of current license as a tattoo artist, which is active with no current or pending disciplinary action. The licensing must be substantially equivalent to Oregon licensing requirements or if not substantially equivalent the applicant must demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Agency that the applicant has been employed or working as a tattoo artist full time for three of the last five years. Does Oregon allow Temporary Tattoo licenses? - Answer- Yes. The license to perform tattooing services on a limited basis not to exceed 15 consecutive calendar days. Can you renew a temporary tattoo license? - Answer- Yes, you may renew up to four times in a 12 month period from the date the agency receives the initial application. Can you renew a temp license consecutively? - Answer- Yes. You must submit notification of a change in work location at least 24 hours before services are performed. As a temporary license holder, are you required to work in a licensed facility? - Answer- Yes. You must work in a licensed facility. How long must application and application fees be paid before a temporary license holder is permitted to perform services on a client? - Answer- all required fees and application must be received at least 15 days before standard services are provided to clients. What are other requirements for applying for a temporary license? - Answer- Submit Proof of current training in blood-borne pathogens Attest to six months of training or experience, within the last two years performing tattooing on a form prescribed by the agency Can needles be used more than once? - Answer- Needles must be single use, used on one client, then properly disposed of in a approved sharps container Can I use a tube for two clients? - Answer- All non-sterilized instruments or reusable instruments that come in direct contact with a client's skin or are exposed to blood or bodily fluid must be cleaned and sterilized before use on a client or re-use on another client. Am I required to change my gloves before starting a sterilization procedure? - Answer- New gloves must be worn during any sterilization procedure. Describe proper use for ultrasonic cleaner - Answer- Place non-sterilized instruments or reusable instruments in an ultrasonic cleaner filled with an appropriate ultrasonic solution including but not limited to an enzymatic cleaner. The ultrasonic unit must be used according to the manufacturer's instructions. The ultrasonic unit must operate at 40 to 60 kilohertz. The ultrasonic cleaner must remain covered when in use After instruments are cleaned in the ultrasonic cleanser, are they considered sterile? - Answer- No, not until they have been been through a sterilization cycle in an approved sterilization device such as an autoclave Describe what to do after instruments have been through the ultrasonic cleaner. - Answer- Remove non-sterilized instruments or reusable instruments from the ultrasonic unit. Clean non-sterilized instruments or reusable instruments by manually brushing or swabbing visible foreign matter and rinsing the instruments with warm water and an appropriate detergent solution to remove blood and bodily fluids; Describe what to do after scrubbing tubes - Answer- Rinse, air dry, and individually packaged, all instruments in sterilization pouches that includes use of a chemical indicator strip to assure sufficient temperature during each sterilization cycle, the date the sterilization was performed must be applied to the sterilization pouch;