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New York Tattoo License Test 2025–2026 — Complete Questions and Correct Answers

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This document contains the full set of questions and correct answers for the New York Tattoo License Exam for the academic years 2025–2026. It covers all exam-relevant material, including health and safety regulations, sterilization procedures, bloodborne pathogens, licensing requirements, skin anatomy, and tattoo machine operation. It also includes detailed content about facility standards, infection control, waste disposal, and legal guidelines required by the NYC Department of Health. Ideal for candidates preparing for the official tattoo license test.

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NEW YORK TATTOO LICENSE TEST 2025-2026
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS



In business, the work areas where the tattoos are applied must.... -
CORRECT ANSWER-Be approved by the NYC Department of Health
prior to opening.


A record must be kept by the licensee containing the following
information.... - CORRECT ANSWER-The customers name,
address, age and date of the tattoo performed.


After the tattoo is completed the tattooist must give the customer.... -
CORRECT ANSWER- Written instructions about how to take care of the
skin area that was tattooed.


The license issued by the NYC allowing you to perform tattooing can
be used by.... - CORRECT ANSWER-Only the person named on the
tattoo license.


A 14 year old male comes in for a tattoo; as the tattooist you .... -
CORRECT ANSWER-Cannot tattoo the 14 year old, even with written
consent.


Infectious diseases which may be transmitted by blood, are.... - CORRECT
ANSWER-AIDS, Hepatitis B and C


It is illegal in NY state to tattoo anyone who is.... - CORRECT ANSWER-
Under the age of 18 years old.


The recommend dilution of house hold bleach for disinfecting

,surface's is.... - CORRECT ANSWER--1 Parts Bleach
-use 9 Parts Water


After the bleach solution is applied to a solid surface for disinfection.... -
CORRECT ANSWER- Bleach should remain on the surface for at least 15
minutes before wiping dry.


Disinfection defined as a process.... - CORRECT ANSWER-That
kills all microorganisms, pathogens and bacterial spores.


Sterilization is defined as a process.... - CORRECT ANSWER-That kills all
microorganisms and bacterial spores.


In a place where tattoos are performed, HIV is most likely spread by.... -
CORRECT ANSWER-Re- used contaminated needles.


The best way, or ways that Tattoo Artist can protect their customers
from HIV and other blood borne infections is for the tattooist to.... -
CORRECT ANSWER--use only sterilized single use needles and
instruments that penetrate the skin and the skin disinfectants.
-use only clean, single use, disposable ink cups and applicators for creams
and ointments and skin disinfectants.


The best way that tattoo artist can protect themselves from becoming
infected with HIV and other blood borne infections is to.... - CORRECT
ANSWER--wear disposable latex examination gloves during tattooing
-Wear protective eye gear; such as goggles, during tattooing
-carefully dispose of contaminated needles in a sharps container


What is not true about the Hepatitis B vaccine? - CORRECT ANSWER-The
Vaccine does not protect against AIDS!

,If bleeding occurs, and the floor, chairs and tools become contaminated with
blood, you should.... -
CORRECT ANSWER--wear gloves
-clean the contaminated area 1st with Hot Water, and Soap
-then disinfect the area with 10% bleach


Disposable sharp instruments used in the tattooing procedure.... -
CORRECT ANSWER-Must be put into a sharps container after use.



When using an ultrasonic cleaner, the lid must be on to.... - CORRECT
ANSWER-Sterilize the instruments.


Before using tattooing instruments to penetrate the customers skin, these
instruments must be.... -
CORRECT ANSWER-Sterile


Instruments must be sterilized by using an.... - CORRECT ANSWER-
Autoclave


Effective sterilization depends on all of the following except.... - CORRECT
ANSWER-Instrument size


Hepatitis occurs most often in people who.... - CORRECT ANSWER-Have
received and blood transfusion or shared infected needles.


A person with Hepatitis B or C may have the following signs.... -
CORRECT ANSWER-Appears Jaundice like, with the yellowing of the
skin and eyes.


Universal Pres cautions are defined as.... - CORRECT ANSWER-Treating
all blood, body fluids, surfaces and equipment contained with blood and

, body fluids as being infectious.


Infectious waste includes EXCEPT.... - CORRECT ANSWER-Everything
that is used in tattooing practice.


When you have finished tattooing and have removed your gloves, the next
step is to.... - CORRECT ANSWER-Wash hands immediately after
removing your gloves.


During hand washing, finger rings, wrist watches and bracelets should be
removed because.... - CORRECT ANSWER-Jewelry provides surfaces
where microorganisms can survive during hand washing.


Which is NOT an acceptable method for drying hands after washing.... -
CORRECT ANSWER- Reusable cloth towels.


Which is NOT necessary for a properly supplied hand wash sink.... -
CORRECT ANSWER-Mirror


Hands should be washed using soap under warm water for a
minimum of.... - CORRECT ANSWER-30 seconds


A tattooist hands or gloves may become contaminated with dirt or
bacteria.... - CORRECT ANSWER--during tattooing
-if the hand or glove touches the lamp while readjusting the light
-if the hand or glove touches the tattooist face


Tattoo work areas should be free from.... - CORRECT ANSWER-All items
not necessary to the actual process of tattooing


Tattoo work areas should be cleaned and sanitized.... - CORRECT

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