Hairdressers and Skin Penetration

Hairdressers are required to comply with the Hairdressing Establishment Regulations 1972 and skin penetration premises are required to comply with the Health (Skin Penetration Procedures) Regulations 1998 and the Code of Practice for Skin Penetration Procedures.

Skin penetration includes: beauticians (Eg waxing and cosmetic tattooing), nail salons, acupuncturists and tattooists. Please see below for information on hair dressing and skin penetration.

Hairdressing Information 
Skin Penetration Requirements
Code of Practice for Skin Penetration Procedures

New hairdressers and skin penetration premises are required to contact the Shire’s Health Service prior to opening. An initial inspection is conducted by an Environmental Health Officer prior to operating to ensure that the service and premises comply with the relevant standards. Ongoing inspections are then conducted at six monthly intervals ensuring a high standard is maintained.

Hairdressers and skin penetration premises wanting to operate from home need to apply to the Shire’s Planning Services for approval to operate a home occupation. Please contact a Planning Officer on 9257 9999 for further information on home occupation approvals.