You will need to notify the council if you intend to operate a skin penetration establishment. A skin penetration procedure is any procedure that involves the tearing, cutting, puncturing or shaving of the skin and includes services such as:
- acupuncture
- beauty treatments (such as waxing)
- body piercing
- cosmetic enhancements
- tattooing.
It is mandatory for a skin penetration operator to comply with legislation. The operator must satisfy minimum standards of infection control such as basic hygiene, disinfection and sterilisation requirements.
