Tattoo/Body Art Program

Michigan law requires tattoo and body art providers to be licensed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). The law aims to reduce the spread of diseases such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV. These viruses can be dangerous. They can make you sick and they can possibly make your family sick if they are exposed. Some of these diseases are permanent and can be fatal. Keeping a clean shop and using safe work practices, ensures a safe and professional atmosphere for artists and clients.

The Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department has the responsibility of conducting a plan review of body art facilities PRIOR to licensure and of inspecting body art facilities within Benzie and Leelanau Counties.

The Michigan Body Art Code requires the following:

Licenses for establishments
Sanitation guidelines and requirements for proper post-piercing and tattoo care
Technician completion of a course with the OSHA required content on bloodborne pathogens
The Hepatitis B vaccination series be offered to all technicians employed by the body art establishment

Regulations

Body Art Facility Resources

Consumer Resources

Benzie Office

6051 Frankfort Hwy, Ste 100
Benzonia, MI 49616

Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-12pm and 1pm-4:30pm

Phone: (231) 882-4409(231) 882-4409
Fax: (231) 882-2204

Leelanau County
Health Services

7401 E Duck Lake Rd., Ste 100
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653

Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-12pm and 1pm-4:30pm

Phone: (231) 256-0200(231) 256-0200
Fax: (231) 882-0143

Leelanau County
Environmental Services

8527 E. Government Center Dr. Suite LL-007
Suttons Bay, MI 49682

Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-12pm and 1pm-4:30pm

Phone: (231) 256-0201(231) 256-0200
Fax: (231) 256-0225

For Media Contacts

Please direct all media inquiries to:
Rachel Pomeroy, Public Information Officer
Phone: 231-882-6085
bldhd@bldhd.org

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