PMU Business & Legal Compliance Flashcards

What type of insurance is specifically designed to cover claims from clients who experience adverse reactions to PMU procedures?

Answer: Professional liability (malpractice) insurance

Professional liability insurance covers claims arising from errors, omissions, or adverse outcomes in professional services such as PMU.

Which statement regarding photographing PMU clients is correct?

Answer: A signed photo release is required before using client images publicly

A signed photo release is legally required before using any client images for marketing, social media, or portfolio purposes.

A client discloses she is pregnant during a PMU consultation. What is the correct course of action?

Answer: Decline the procedure until after delivery and breastfeeding

PMU is contraindicated during pregnancy due to infection risk, hormonal effects on pigment retention, and unknown effects on the fetus.

What should a PMU artist do if a client discloses a known allergy to topical anesthetics?

Answer: Perform a patch test 24–48 hours before the procedure or avoid the anesthetic entirely

A patch test to confirm tolerance or complete avoidance of the allergen are both acceptable safety approaches depending on allergy severity.

Which of the following must be included in a PMU artist's OSHA exposure control plan?

Answer: Methods for reducing exposure to bloodborne pathogens

OSHA's exposure control plan must document procedures, protective equipment, and protocols for minimizing worker exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

In which situation is a PMU artist required to refer a client to a physician before proceeding?

Answer: When the client presents with undiagnosed skin conditions or significant health contraindications

Clients with undiagnosed skin conditions, active infections, or significant health contraindications must obtain physician clearance before any PMU procedure.