Members will refrain from any immoral or unethical behavior in their business dealings. Technicians will strive to participate in continuing education to upgrade and improve their knowledge and skills. Technicians will follow all SPCP, city, state and federal guidelines set forth for the cosmetic and medical tattoo industry. Technicians understand they must follow CDC guidelines with regard to sterilization for the cosmetic tattoo industry. Technicians will use machines that have sterilized or sterile disposable tubes, needles and tips which can be totally removed from the machine.
Members agree the application of permanent makeup is in fact tattooing.
Members understand the process of tattooing is not temporary or completely painless. Members will make no false or misleading statements to the public in their advertisements, brochures, or consultation materials regarding the process of tattooing. Members agree that any training program at the beginner level shall be no less than 40 hours in duration and shall include practical components under direct instructor supervision. Members agree not to teach any such program which falls short of these minimum standards. Members may not appropriate any Society materials, including items such as articles, videos, images, and membership lists for their own personal gain.