A certain awesome community co-op and supportive arts space in Oakland, CA (called Rock Paper Scissors) has considered putting my product on the shelves – however they have a concern that I never considered until now. Of course! What to do with the dirty needle post tattoo?! Diabetics think of this after shooting up, as should we Stick and Pokers. After all, that is one super contaminated needle. There could be some live pathogens waiting to infect a perfectly healthy garbage collector or other waste materials intermediary. Health Care workers are on the front lines of Hepatitis C infection via accidentalย needle sticks. Eek. Don’t be/cause a statistic.
Until I totally integrate a needle mail back program (difficult), please follow these instructions:
1. When done tattooing, replace needle into original needle package.
2. Wrap that up real tight with tape, focusing the wrapping on the needle
tip.
3. Put this little bundle in a lengthy, old plastic soda bottle. Screw on the top.
4. Carefully transport this precious package to a sharps disposal container. {Oh, it’s not that hard! You might meet someone nice/interesting/life-affirming along the way!} Follow this link to find a place in your neighb.*
*International customers, please search for the best sharps disposal place locally. Most industrialized nations have a designated place or group that will take the needles, such as the local pharmacy or hospital.
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