F or sections 13.6.2–13.6.7, the following list provides references to the area in this Code and Annex where further information on each requirement can be found, where applicable: • 13.6.2: Reference Sections 13.3-13.4 • 13.6.3: Reference Section 12.16 • 13.6.4: Reference Section 16 • 13.6.5–13.6.7: Reference Section 5 14. Prohibitions 14. 1 The BODY ART ESTABLISHMENT PERSONNEL and the DEPARTMENT should consult local and state laws to verify the age of majority in their jurisdiction and the age at which various BODY ART PROCEDURES can be performed, as the age might vary by PROCEDURE (Washington University in St. Louis, 2012). The prohibition on performing BODY ART on MINORS is based partially on established legal principles that MINORS cannot enter into a legal contract or render informed consent for a procedure. Beyond legal justification, scientific studies show that adolescents, those 12–18 years of age, are statistically less aware of the health risks associated with BODY ART than young adults, those 18–25 years of age (Gallè et al., 2011). Lack of knowledge or awareness of risks can lead to MINORS not taking the proper precautions to protect their health and safety. 14.2 As discussed in Section 7 of this Code, for the BODY ARTIST to perform BODY ART on a CLIENT, the CLIENT must complete an INFORMED CONSENT AND RELEASE FORM. On this form, the CLIENT must confirm that they are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Various studies have shown that drugs and alcohol are associated with cognitive changes, including the loss of inhibition, confused or abnormal thinking, and poor decision-making (Goudriaan et al., 2007; MacDonald et al., 1995; Mosel, 2021; Steele & Josephs, 1990; Verdejo-García et al., 2006). Additionally, drugs and alcohol might put the CLIENT at greater risk for complications during and after the procedure. According to Mukamal (2006), alcohol consumption, in moderation and at excessive levels, tends to inhibit the activity of platelets, the blood cells that form clots, and to reduce levels of fibrinogen, a blood protein involved in clotting. This blood thinning effect can increase the risk of excessive bleeding and certain bleeding complications, putting both the CLIENT and the BODY ARTIST at risk. Due to the nature of BODY ART and the associated potential health risks, this Code prohibits BODY ART to be performed on CLIENTS who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol, as they can experience impaired decision-making. The BODY ARTIST shall have sole discretion to determine whether a client is under the influence of drugs or alcohol and reserves the right to refuse service if, in their judgement, the client appears impaired. The BODY ARTIST reserves the right to decline services to a CLIENT per Section 7.4 of this Code, the artists decision shall be final and not subject to dispute.
14.3 It is prohibited to perform BODY ART while under the influence of alcohol or drugs due to critical concerns for the safety and well-being of both the artist and the CLIENT. Impairment
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