American Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogens Training for Tattoo Artists

Apply bloodborne-pathogen prevention principles to tattoo and body-art work, including standard precautions, personal protective equipment, sharps safety, environmental cleaning, exposure response, and use of the workplace exposure control plan. Requirements vary by employer and jurisdiction, so learners must verify local training rules.

What this course covers

Identify bloodborne-pathogen exposure routes in tattoo and body-art settings.

Apply standard precautions and choose appropriate protective equipment.

Describe safe sharps handling and contaminated-waste practices.

Explain cleaning and disinfection responsibilities within facility policy.

State the immediate actions and reporting steps following an exposure.

Recommended audience

Tattoo artists, body-art professionals and related staff who may have occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material.

Before you register

American Red Cross course options may include online learning, blended learning, hands-on skills sessions, and eligible Skill Boost add-ons.

Prerequisites

No prior certification is specified for this introductory training.
Complete employer-specific exposure-control training in addition to the online course.
Confirm acceptance with the employer and applicable local authority; annual retraining requirements apply.