Body piercing is an invasive procedure that presents the potential for infection. It can result in infections of the pierced site, especially if aftercare procedures are not followed.
Annual inspections are conducted of Body Piercing facilities in Jackson County to prevent the spread of blood borne disease. The inspections are done using prescribed minimum sanitary and safety requirements related to the design, operation, and maintenance of body-piercing salons and temporary establishments.
Body piercers are also required to obtain annual training in safety, sterilization, and sanitation.
The Body Piercing Inspection Program is designed to promote safe and sanitary conditions in body piercing establishments and to protect the public from infectious diseases. Environmental Health Specialists perform inspections annually in Jackson County.
The governing authority for this program is Florida Statute 381.0075 and Florida Administrative Code 64E-19.