SKIN PENETRATION GUIDELINES

What Procedures are Considered Skin Penetration?

• acupuncture,
• tattooing,
• ear piercing,
• hair removal,
• any other procedure (whether medical or not) that involves skin penetration,
• any other procedure prescribed by the regulations, but does not include:
  • a procedure carried out in the practice of medicine or dentistry by:
  • a medical practitioner registered under the Medical Practice Act 1992 , or
  • a dentist registered under the Dentists Act 1989 , or
  • a person acting under the direction or supervision of such a medical practitioner or dentist, or
• any other procedure prescribed by the regulations.

The Operator's Responsibility

Skin Penetration Business Notification

It is a requirement that all skin penetration operators register their business details with Auburn City Council prior to carrying out any procedures. 

To register a skin penetration business, please follow the link to the registration form.

The correct procedures for carrying out skin penetration are outlined in the following legislation & guidelines.

Auburn City Council's Role Regarding Skin Penetration

The objectives of Council's inspections are:

• To ensure the health of the public is protected when they receive treatments or services from these premises;
• To ensure operators are aware of their obligations to carry out safe, clean and hygienic procedures; and
• To ensure that the premises where procedures are undertaken comply with the relevant standards.

Auburn City Council also keeps a public register of premises that carry out skin penetration procedures.

Making a Complaint

You may make a complaint to Auburn City Council about the condition of a premise, operator, or the way in which the procedure or treatment was carried out.

To make a complaint please phone Council on 9735 1222 or write to:

The personal information that you provide is confidential and will not be disclosed without your consent.