What jobs allow tattoos and piercings?
It depends on management. I've had one retail job that would not allow anything but once pierced lobes. I had a restaurant job that allowed any body mods. I did a paper route when I was 17 that didn't care. And I am now a preschool teacher. I have tattoos and piercings, but I have to keep them covered. If my tattoos show sometimes, they don't make a big deal out of it since 60% of our parents have tattoos. If you need a job, just replace the jewelry for your snakebites with clear quartz retainers. After the piercings have healed, of course.
Should piercings be banned?
Do you think piercings should be banned? No. I'm not talking about ears. I'm talking about people that go to extemes like on their face, nose, tongue, or navel. Even their hands. Believe it or not, there is a person that has one in their brain. Gross.
Should body piercings be banned at school?
Depending on the piercing and the school. Elementary school or middle school I'd say no to all except ears. However, high school there should be less limits. I don't think tongue piercings should be banned. They're not dangling anywhere and you can't even see them unless they're being flashed around. Belly button rings are basically the same. Things like nipple or genital piercings wouldn't be noticed anyway. If it was something that posed a hazard to the student's health or a safety risk, say exceptionally long earrings or a belly button ring that can get caught on the desk, I'd say no.
Are you allowed to visibly wear piercings in school?
There’s no law against it that I’m aware of. In Estonia, you can be pierced from head to toe and nothing would happen. If someone were to treat you differently, you could sue them for discrimination.Of course, this is for students. I think I’d have a hard time getting employed if my face looked like this:However, I’ve seen teachers with a nose stud, or an industrial piercing on their ear, or tongue piercings. It’s okay. One teacher had a tattoo going from her neck down to her ass, but she wasn’t naked in class so all her students could see it, and you wouldn’t notice it if the nape of her neck was covered.I’ve taught students with visible tattoos. One guy had the top of his palm tattooed (a black and white rose), as well as his forearm, one girl had a line tattooed on the inside of her upper arm. It’s legal if you have parental consent, although a lot of tattoo artist refuse to tattoo minors even with consent. Zero fucks were given on part of the teachers and school administration. Their body, their decision - I mean, if you can be held accountable for breaking the law at 14, surely you get to decide to mark yourself for life at 16 when you can participate in local elections (if I remember correctly).Considering that I arrive to work looking like this (without sunglasses):It’s safe to say nobody cares about a few tastefully placed piercings that make you feel good. Give it about 20 years until the old guard is safely buried and I’m sure lip piercings etc won’t even receive a second look.
Do you consider giving children body piercings child abuse?
Laws about piercings for minors vary from state to state. Many states simply ban piercing without parental consent and a parent present, but there are some states that ban it with or without parental consent. For example, in Idaho, it is prohibited for anyone under age 14. In Mississippi, the requirement is 18 years of age. You can find state-specific guideline here: http://www.ncsl.org/research/health/tatt... Is it child abuse? No. Is it good parenting? That depends. If it is legal in her state, the child truly wanted the piercing and was made to understand the process beforehand, and the piercing was done properly, it is no big deal. If mom violated state laws, that can put the child in a compromised position - especially if told not to tell anyone - and doesn't model very good decision making. The mother also needs to take responsibility for helping her keep it clean and watching out for infection, and protecting her from injury related to the piercing becoming snagged during active play. And, finally, there is the question of how the child is perceived by others within her social circles. Sometimes very young children get judged based on fashion/appearance decisions that were actually made by the parent. For example, I once knew a very sweet 5-year-old boy whose mother pierced his ear, gave him a Mohawk, and dressed him in combat boots, skulls, etc. He was a charming little guy, but his elderly, conservative kindergarten teacher had him labeled as a "trouble maker" from the very first day and he never could get on her good side. It isn't at all fair to judge kids that way, but it is the parents' responsibility to recognize that sometimes it happens, and it is hard for a kid to get caught in the middle. As long as the mother helped the child think it through beforehand, abided by state laws, and is protecting her child's physical and emotional wellness, then it is really nobody's business but hers and her child's. Perhaps your friends should be a bit less judgmental. I hope they aren't making rude comments in front of the child!
Are tattoos allowed in school?
Schools usually don't allow children to have any visible tattoos. But, there is always a loophole :pAlthough they don't allow kids to get tattoos, they don't bother/often forget to put it in the code of conduct in their student almanacs. Now, as a student, you're supposed to follow those rules while you're in the school premises.So, IF and WHEN you get a tattoo and someone from the school administration confronts you for it, this is how the conversation is supposed to go like:Teacher: Why do you have a tattoo?You: I wanted to get one.Teacher: Do you not know you're not allowed to get tattoos while you're in school?You: Sorry, but it doesn't say that anywhere in the code of conduct(keep it short and subtle)Teacher shocked, student rocks (lame, I know)The school might as well have to revise their code of conduct from the following years.And kids, this is why you should be well versed with the code of conduct in the school almanac.Other ways to get away with a tattoo in a school are:1.) Tell them it's something religious.2.) Tell them it has an emotional connection to it.3.) Tell them it's dedicated to a deceased relative4.) Tell them it's a tradition in the family to get a tattoo(it is either that or human sacrifice, what would they rather have) :pThat's all folks
Can paramedics/EMTs have tattoos and piercings?
It really does depend on the employer. In my experience as a medic, I've had 3 drastically different employers. - Private service in a conservative area: No visible tattoos, no facial piercings, only one set of earrings allowed, no "unnatural" hair colors. - Fire-based service in a conservative area: Tattos allowed to be visible as long as they aren't inappropriate, inflammatory, or violent, no facial piercings, no "unnatural" hair color. - Private service in nonconservative area: Visible tattoos allowed, simple facial piercings allowed (nose, eyebrow), no "unnatural" hair colors I have a roughly 4in x 4in tattoo on my forearm and I tend to wear long sleeves during my interviewing process. Despite a service's actual tattoo policy, people may have a strong feeling in regards to their personal stance on tattoos and I would hate to miss out on an opportunity based on someone's reaction to a permanent drawing on my body. My suggestion: If you don't have tattoos yet and you intend to get them, get them in locations that would be covered by a duty uniform. At the very least I would strongly discourage any neck and facial tattoos (although back of the neck is more accepted) and very seriously consider before getting hand tattoos. (My first employer example made an employee wear fingerless gloves for each shift because of hand tattoos). As far as piercings, expect to have to remove anything beyond a nose piercing. The hair color may be your biggest challenge. While it is not our job to please everyone, in EMS we deal with a very diverse "customer base" and part of our job is developing a rapport with those customers and making them feel at ease. Different ages, genders, cultures, etc, are going to react differently to tattoos and piercings. If this is your ideal career, keep this in mind when choosing your personal adornments.
Should teachers with visible tattoos not be hired?
Well, I think if they keep them covered, it would be okay. My teacher just informed me that he has 8 tattoos, (with 2 visible, on his foot.) and used to have his tongue and upper ear pierced. He said he used to make bad decisions, and that he was stupid. Well, I don't think he should of told us that.
What religions have piercings?
The Church of Body Modification, established in 1999, has about 1,000 members and encourages its adherents to "grow as individuals through body modification and its teachings" to "promote growth in mind, body and spirit." It uses a Round Rock, Texas, post office box as its mailing address; several founding members are from Phoenix. Body piercings are also mentioned in the Bible. In the Old Testament it’s obvious that body jewelry is considered a mark of beauty and wealth, especially for Bedouin and nomadic tribes. In many cases, body jewelry was given as a bridal gift or as part of a dowry. It is clear that piercing was a sign of status and attractiveness in Biblical times. The Aztecs, Maya and some American Indians practiced tongue piercing as part of their religious rituals. It was thought to bring them closer to their gods and was a type of ritual blood-letting. The Aztec and Maya were warrior tribes, and also practiced septum piercing in order to appear fiercer to their enemies.