Body art in Ohio is regulated under the authority of Chapter 3730.01 of the Ohio Revised Code (ORC) and Chapter 3701-9 of the Ohio Administrative Code (OAC).
These rules and regulations have been established to protect the public health of the community. Body Art procedures present opportunities for the transmission of blood-borne pathogens and bacterial infections. Our role in ensuring the safety of the public is to routinely conduct comprehensive inspections of Body Art facilities, paying particular attention to record-keeping, sanitation requirements, and overall maintenance of the facility.
Inspection Reports
Reports between May 16, 2025 and December 15, 2025 can be found here: Accela ACA Portal
Reports for all other dates can be found here: HealthSpace
You do not need to register for an account to view inspections.
Resources
- Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3730: Tattooing or Body Piercing Services
- Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 3701-9 Body Art (Tattoo and Body-Piercing)
- Ohio Department of Health Tattoo Information
DOWNLOADS
- Body Art Establishment Equipment List – Form
- Artists List – Form
- Infection Prevention and Control Plan – Form
- Body Art Establishment Introduction Guide – 2026
- Body Art Establishment Planning Application 2026
- Body Art Time-Limited Event Application – 2026
DEPARTMENT INFO
635 N. Erie St.
Toledo, OH 43604
419.213.4100 Opt.4
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