VA DPOR Tattooing Regulations Questions and Answers(A+ Solution guide)

Apprenticeship Program - Answer-approved tattooing training program conducted by an approved apprenticeship sponsor. Apprenticeship Sponsor - Answer-An individual approved to conduct tattooing apprenticeship training who meets the qualifications in 18VAC41-50-70 Aseptic Technique - Answer-a hygienic practice that prevents and hinders the direct transfer of microorganisms, regardless of pathogenicity, from one person or place to another person or place. Direct Supervision - Answer-Virginia licensed tattooer shall be present in the tattoo parlor at all times when services are being performed by an apprentice, that a Virginia licensed tattooing instructor shall be present in the tattooing school at all times when services are being performed by a student, or that a Virginia licensed permanent cosmetic tattooing instructor shall be present in the permanent cosmetic tattooing school at all times when services are being performed by a student. Endorsement - Answer-A method of obtaining a license by a person who is currently licensed in another state. Gratuitous Services - Answer-Providing tattooing services without receiving compensation or reward, or obligation Licensee - Answer-any person, partnership, association, limited liability company, or corporation holding a license issued by the Board for Barbers and Cosmetology as defined in § 54.1-700 of the Code of Virginia. Limited Term Tattooer - Answer-Tattooer licensed to perform tattooing for a maximum of five consecutive days in an organized event or in a Virginia licensed tattoo parlor. Limited Term Tattoo Parlor - Answer-A tattoo parlor temporary location licensed to operate for a maximum of five consecutive days. Master Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer - Answer-Any person who for compensation practices permanent cosmetic tattooing known in the industry as advanced permanent cosmetic tattooing including but not limited to cheek blush, eye shadow, breast and scar repigmentation or camouflage.Permanent Cosmetic Tattoo Salon - Answer-any place in which permanent cosmetic tattooing is offered or practiced for compensation. Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer - Answer-means any person who for compensation practices permanent cosmetic tattooing known in the industry as basic permanent cosmetic tattooing including but not limited to eyebrows, eyeliners, lip coloring, lip liners, or full lips.