Skin Penetration & Infection Control within the Tattoo & Body Piercing Industry

Touching on latest trends within the Body Art Beauty Industry

EHO - Master Class - Online Webinar

Date: April 30th, 2025

Time: 10am AEDT

Duration: 90 Minutes

Live Q&A: Included After the Session

Cost: $99 AUD

This specialised master class is designed for Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) and regulatory professionals looking to deepen their understanding of infection control standards in the Tattoo, Body Piercing, and Skin Penetration Industry. Led by Richard Anthony, a leading expert with over 35 years of industry experience, this session will provide valuable insights into compliance, risk assessment, and best practices in infection prevention.

Meet Richard Anthony

Richard Anthony is a leading educator, author, and industry expert with over 35 years in the Body Art and Beauty industry. As CEO at Eze Training (RTO 6590), he has spent three decades specializing in Skin Penetration and Infection Control Training, shaping industry professionals across Australia.

A founding member of the BPAA, Richard has been instrumental in advocating for industry regulations, improving hygiene standards, and ensuring best practices. He also collaborates with the Professional Tattoo Association Australia and other key organisations, providing expert training on infection prevention and compliance.

His work extends to public health education, leading infection control awareness programs for Aboriginal Medical Services, community health groups, and regulatory bodies, with a strong focus on Hepatitis B/C prevention. A respected voice in policy development and industry reform, Richard remains committed to elevating standards and ensuring safety in the body art industry..

Key Elements of the Webinar:

The session provides in-depth knowledge and practical insights into infection control standards, regulatory enforcement, and industry best practices, aligning with the nationally recognised unit HLTINF005 - Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments.

1.Understanding Infection Control Regulations & Legal Obligations

Overview of local health regulations for skin penetration procedures
Legal responsibilities of operators and enforcement expectations
Ensuring compliance with workplace infection control policies

2. Assessing Hygiene Standards in Studios & Premises

Identifying sanitation risks in tattoo and piercing studios
Evaluating cleaning protocols and proper waste management
Recognising warning signs of non-compliant practice

3. Infection Control for Skin Penetration Treatments

Safe handling and disposal of sharps and biohazardous waste
Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Strategies to minimize cross-contamination risks

4. Sterilisation & Equipment Compliance

Best practices for autoclaving, chemical sterilization, and disinfection
Maintaining and validating sterilizers for regulatory compliance
Identifying and troubleshooting sterilisation failures

5. Clinic & Studio Design for Infection Prevention

How studio layout affects infection control measures
Best practices for zoning and workflow efficiency
Recognizing design elements that reduce contamination risks

EHO - Master Class - Webinar

Date: April 30th, 2025

Time: 10am AEDT

Duration: 90 Minutes

Live Q&A: Included After the Session

Cost: $99 AUD

Additional Topics

Industry Trends & Innovations

Common Compliance Pitfalls & Enforcement Challenges

How to Conduct Effective Studio Inspections

Critical Questions for Studio Operators

Autoclaving & Sterilsation Enforcement

Recognising & Reporting Bad Practices

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