(a) All needles must be either stainless steel or nickel-plated carbon steel. Needles may be soldered to stainless steel bars using a silver-bearing solder.
(b) Lead-bearing solder may not be used in this process. Needles are a single-service item and must be thoroughly cleaned and sterilized between patrons. Rusty or faulty needles may not be used for tattooing.
(1992 Code, § 38.5-39) (Ord. 54-93, passed 7-6-1993)