301.1 Operators shall ensure tattoo artists use only pre-sterilized single-use needles and scalpel blades. For equipment that is not pre-sterilized, operator shall ensure body artists use single-use disposable equipment that is discarded immediately into a medical-grade sharps container upon completion of a tattoo.

301.2 Operators shall ensure body artists shall use single-use disposable needles and equipment that is specifically manufactured for performing body art procedures in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 64 DCR 13496 (December 29, 2017); as amended by Errata Notice published at 65 DCR 2189 (March 2, 2018).