Corporate Associate Member Is an entity or individual working in a field or providing a service which is associated with the application of body piercing. Applicants must provide letter outlining in what way applicant is beneficial and relevant to the profession of body piercing. Examples of Corporate Associate Members are jewelry manufacturers, medical suppliers, insurers, educators, etc. Patron Is someone not actively involved in the body piercing industry, but supports the APP and its goals. There are no requirements for membership.
Documentation is also a vital part of the piercing practice.
Every client should fill out a release form and be provided with both written and verbal aftercare. A photograph of the applicant s autoclave, with make, model, and serial number printed on the back of photo. Copy of most recent spore test results from applicant s autoclave. Monthly spore test documentation is required to maintain membership. Copies of all release forms and aftercare sheets in use at applicant s studio.