Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) guidance for special procedures in Wales
Includes acupuncture (including dry needling), body piercing, electrolysis and tattooing
(including semi-permanent make-up).
This guidance is intended for use by:
- License holders
- Practitioners performing special procedures
- Business owners and managers
- Staff working in a special procedure business
- Individuals responsible for the approved premises or approved vehicle where the special
procedure is performed - Local Authority officers
The aim it is to assist compliance with the conditions of the mandatory special procedures licensing
scheme and to better understand how to apply the principles of IP&C in practice, to protect both the client, and practitioner.