Sterilization traceability for tattoo studios in Austria

Federal-uniform regulation: ARPTV + ARFKMV apply identically across all 9 Bundesländer. The annual Unbedenklichkeitsnachweis issued by an accredited body (§ 4 ARFKMV) is mandatory — failure to present it leads to revocation of the Gewerbeberechtigung. SecuSteri replaces your paper register with a tamper-proof record that travels with you to every convention and guest spot.

What the authority expects from tattoo studios in Austria

Bezirksverwaltungsbehörde (Bezirkshauptmannschaft / Magistrat) · Gewerbebehörde

Tattoo studios in Austria are regulated federal-uniform under ARPTV (BGBl. II Nr. 141/2003) and ARFKMV (BGBl. II Nr. 262/2008). The Gewerbeberechtigung 'Kosmetik (Schönheitspflege), eingeschränkt auf Tätowieren' under § 94 Z 42 GewO 1994 is the legal basis. The central compliance obligation is the annual Unbedenklichkeitsnachweis issued by an Akkreditierung Austria-accredited body (§ 4 ARFKMV) — failure to present it is punishable and may lead to revocation of the Gewerbeberechtigung. Hepatitis B vaccination of the tattoo artist is mandatory (Anlage 1 ARFKMV). Retention: 10 years (§ 5 ARPTV) for client consents, ink batch numbers, and treatment documentation. Tattoo inks must comply with EU REACH Regulation 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 75 (Pigment Blue 15:3 and Pigment Green 7 banned since 4 January 2023).

GewO 1994 § 94 Z 42 + § 366 · ARPTV BGBl. II Nr. 141/2003 idgF · ARFKMV BGBl. II Nr. 262/2008 idgF (§ 4 UbN) · ÖNORM EN 17169:2020 · ÖNORM EN 13060:2025-10-15 · EU REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 75

How SecuSteri helps

Inspection-ready traceability in seconds

Upload your autoclave report, sign the cycle with your PIN, and your traceability record is complete. No more paper logbooks to fill out by hand.

QR-coded labels for every instrument pouch

Print traceability labels with QR codes that link back to the full sterilization cycle. Attach them to each pouch for immediate inspector verification.

Hygiene certification made simple

Keep all your cycle records, test results, and operator logs organized digitally. Present them on a tablet during any inspection.

Works at conventions and guest spots

SecuSteri is a cloud app — access your traceability records from any device, in your studio or at a tattoo convention.

Pre-loaded instruments for tattoo studios

Tattoo tubes Grips Needle bars Tattoo forceps Ink cups (reusable)

These instruments come pre-loaded when you create your account. You can add, edit, or remove instruments at any time.

Works with all autoclave brands

W&H Lisa Melag Euronda Castellini Anthos Tuttnauer

Melag, W&H, Castellini, and Anthos reports are imported automatically via AutoReport or manual upload. Other brands? Upload the report or enter cycle data manually — we add automatic support progressively.

Free Inspection Checklist

Verify every compliance point before the inspector arrives. Download the PDF instantly — no email required.

Get your tattoo studio inspection-ready

30 days free. No credit card required. Set up in under 5 minutes.