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Body Piercing in Oregon
Scope of Practice
Authorizing Statutes & Rules
License Count
Licensing Information
Qualifications
Scope of Practice
Body piercing technicians perform piercing services, including earlobe piercing, in licensed facilities. Body piercing technicians must be registered and adhere to stringent universal precautions for sterilization of needles and equipment, biohazard waste disposal and infection control practices formulated to state and national standards.

Authorizing Statutes & Rules
(Scroll down to find the correct ORS section.)
 

License Count
Licensed Body Piercing Technicians:  390
 
Licensed Facilities:  136
 
(as of 12-04-2007)

Licensing Information
Duration of License:  Annual
  • Application fee:  $10

  • Initial License:  $25

  • Annual Renewal:  $25

Qualifications
  • At least 18 years old

  • High school graduate or equivalent

  • Current training in basic first aid, blood-borne pathogens and aftercare procedures
For more information, see Body Piercing Technician Licensing Information (PDF). 

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Page updated: January 29, 2008

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