The Florida Department of Health’s environmental health specialists perform inspections annually in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton counties, according to section 381.0075, Florida Statutes, and Rule 64E-19, Florida Administrative Code.
Inspections are conducted to ensure:
- Piercing procedure to assure that sterile conditions are kept throughout
- Autoclave maintenance records to assure autoclave is functioning as designed and to make sure that piercing instruments and jewelry are kept sterile
- Sanitation and safety to assure that septic tank is approved for commercial use (if applies), hand washing sinks are at proper location, and lighting is appropriate for piercing procedure
- Biomedical waste disposal to assure compliance with statute and code to prevent spread of disease
- Piercing records to assure that proper procedures are followed for the piercing of minors (section 381.0075(7), F.S.)
Learn more about the regulation of body piercing facilities, or for additional information or to file a complaint, call 850-595-6700.
Body Piercing Salon License
If you wish to open a body piercing salon you must obtain an operational license. You can do this by:
- Application for Body Piercing Salon License
- Payment of fee
- Successful completion of the salon opening and subsequent inspections
- Proof of required training approved by the Florida Department of Health
Fees
Environmental Public Health bills and fees can be paid in-person, by mail, or can pay online. We accept cash, credit cards, and checks (returned check fee is $25).
- Downtown Service Center (1300 West Gregory St.)
- Open Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
| Type | Fees |
|---|---|
| Escambia Annual Operating License | $228 |
| Santa Rosa Annual Operating License | $150 |
| Escambia Temporary Establishment | $153 |
| Santa Rosa Temporary Establishment | $75 |
| Late Fee | $100 |