April 2010 - Washington
Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetics and Manicuring Advisory Board
State of Washington, Dept. of Licensing
P.O. Box 9048, Olympia • Washington 98507
(360) 664-6626 • email: plssunit@dol.wa.gov
www.dol.wa.gov/business/cosmetology
WAC 308-20-010 Definitions: Subsection (2) adds language to the existing rule to include that the monthly student report must include the month and year.
WAC 308-20-040 Student Records: Subsection (1) adds language to the existing rule to include that each monthly student report shall include the month and the year. Subsection (4) adds language to the existing rule to include that schools shall maintain student records on the school premises.
WAC 308-20-107 Use and training of instructor-trainees: Subsection (2) adds language to the existing rule to include that instructor-trainees shall hold a current Washington State cosmetology, barber, manicurist or esthetician license “in good standing” prior to becoming an instructor-trainee.
WAC 308-20-115 Reciprocity --Persons licensed in other jurisdictions: Subsection (4) adds language to the existing rule to include that the department shall issue a license to any person who provides proof that he or she has passed an examination approved by the director. Removes: “approved examinations with the minimum passing score approved by the director.”
WAC 308-20-120 Written and performance examinations: Removes subsection (2) that specifies the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC) examinations as the approved written and performance examinations required for applicants.
WAC 308-20-572 Preinspection of Schools: Changes the section title to Inspection of schools. Subsection (1) Adds language to existing rule to include that prior to approval of “application or renewal” for licensure, any person wishing to operate a school shall submit to an inspection of the site.
WAC 308-20-575 School License Renewal Process: Adds language to include that a site inspection shall accompany the renewal request for schools.
If you are a school owner or manager:
If you are an operator coming in to Washington from outside of our state or country:
What does the new law require?
During the 2009 legislative session, Substitute Senate Bill 5391 was passed and signed by Governor Gregoire. This law requires all individuals who engage in the practice of body art, body piercing, or tattooing to become individually licensed. Tattooing as defined in the law includes Permanent Cosmetics. In addition to the “individual license”, a “location license” must be obtained for any shop or business or any individual operating independently (pay your own taxes) in an established shop. Employees are not required to have a location license.
When does the law take effect?
The law is effective July 1, 2010.
What happens next?
Over the past year, the Department has developed rules for this new law. We have worked closely with individuals who perform permanent cosmetics to ensure that the rules will create a safe and sanitary environment for the consumers of this state.
What we need you to do:
1. Sign up on our ListServ to receive updates by email at ListServ.wa.gov (look for Tattoo Body Art/Piercers LISTSERV)
2. Sign up on our stakeholder list by emailing us your address/contact information to doltattooandbodyart@dol.wa.gov
For updated information, frequently asked questions and more view our website: www.dol.wa.gov/business/tattoo.
We look forward to working with you. Please feel free to share this information with other individuals in your industry.
Benjamin M. Rogers, Program Manager
Body Art, Body Piercing and Tattoo
(360)664-6660
Advisory Board meetings and Workshops schedule for 2010 are listed below:
April 12, 2010
Workshop
May 10, 2010
Meeting and Workshop
June 14, 2010
Workshop
July 12, 2010
Meeting and Workshop
August 9, 2010
Workshop
September 13, 2010
Meeting and Workshop
October 11, 2010
Workshop
November 8, 2010
Meeting and Workshop
December 13, 2010
Tentative extra workshop
Location — All meetings and workshops will be held at:
Masonic Center, 455 North St Se, Tumwater, WA 98501. (360) 350-4984
For the most current information on the cosmetology program, visit our web site at http://www.dol.wa.gov/business/cosmetology. If you need to contact us, we can be reached at (360) 664-6626, or write to: Department of Licensing, Business and Profession Cosmetology Section, PO Box 9048, Olympia, Washington 98507
Cosmetologist, Manicurist, Estheticians, Barbers, Instructors, Salon/Shops, Personal Services Operators, and Mobil Services Operators can renew licenses online. Watch for your Notice to Renew in the mail and if you are eligible, you will receive a password and the website address. Visa or MasterCard are required for online payment.
Operators..... 54,993
Personal Service..... 261
Instructors..... 1,325
Salons..... 12,055
Schools..... 88
Mobile Unit..... 13
Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetics and Manicuring Advisory Board
State of Washington, Dept. of Licensing
P.O. Box 9048, Olympia • Washington 98507
(360) 664-6626 • email: plssunit@dol.wa.gov
www.dol.wa.gov/business/cosmetology
Staff Members:
Director — Liz Luce
Administrator — Susan Colard
Program Manager — Katherine Backman
Administrative Assistant — Cameron Dalmas
Board Members:
Chair, Anne Martin
Vice Chair, Sylvia Garcia
Larry Geiger
Bill Haas
Janice Hoggatt
James Moran
Kathleen Sather
Mary Tanneberg
Jeff Olsenn
Alicia Sullivan
