🎬 Time-lapse: load-in, power drops, compliance checks, guest flow setup
Logistics & requirements
Everything you need to host a tattoo activation.
From space planning and power specs to permitting timelines and hospitality checklists, we’ve documented every requirement so your venue, vendors, and clients feel confident.
Layout: Hero with operational footage, dual CTAs to docs and templates. Interaction: Subtle pan on background video; scroll cue icon optional. Mobile: Replace video with static setup photo, stack CTAs.
Section 02 · Space Requirements
Footprint at a glance
Modular configurations to fit your venue.
Whether you’re programming a ballroom, rooftop, or conference concourse, our layouts flex to meet sightline, fire code, and guest flow needs.
Single Station
Ideal for VIP lounges or artist meet-and-greets.
Footprint: 10' × 10' (minimum 8' ceiling)
Power: 1 × 20A dedicated circuit
Seating: Two chairs + side table
Standard Activation
Three tattoo stations plus queue and aftercare zone.
Footprint: 24' × 18' including queue
Power: 3 × 20A dedicated circuits
Extras: Flash wall or digital display
High Throughput
Five to six stations for festivals or conferences.
Footprint: 40' × 24' with queue stanchions
Power: 6 × 20A circuits + 1 × 15A for lighting
Extras: Content capture nook, VIP holding
Piercing Add-On
Optional for hybrid tattoo/piercing experiences.
Footprint: Additional 8' × 8'
Power: Shared 20A circuit
Extras: Privacy screen + display shelving
Layout: Cards outlining standard footprints, power, and extras. Interaction: Hover reveals downloadable CAD files per configuration. Mobile: Cards stack; checklists remain fully visible.
Section 03 · Floor Plan & Flow
Guest circulation
Clear pathways for check-in, artists, and aftercare.
We provide annotated diagrams indicating queue entry, flash browsing, tattoo stations, sanitation zone, aftercare, and exits so venues approve layouts quickly.
Included: CAD + PDF floor plans, stanchion placement, ADA circulation notes.
Workflow: Separate lanes for setup/strike to limit disruption.
📐 FLOOR PLAN DIAGRAM PLACEHOLDER tattoo-activation-floorplan.pdf Scale 1:48
Layout: Split section with copy and floor plan placeholder. Interaction: Diagram opens lightbox with zoom + annotations. Mobile: Diagram stacks atop copy; checklists collapse as accordion.
Section 04 · Power & Technical Specs
Electrical
Clean power is critical for machines and sterilization equipment.
20A dedicated circuit per two stations
Hospital-grade extension cords supplied
Backup battery units on request
Lighting
Bring ambience lighting or use venue fixtures; artist lamps provided.
3000–4000K preferred for accuracy
We provide dimmable task lighting
Optional projection wall for queue
Staging
Plan for load-in routes, elevators, and storage for cases.
Load-in 2–3 hours before doors
Standard 28" door clearance
Freight elevator for cases over 6'
Waste & Sanitation
Sharps disposal and sanitation stations set per state regulations.
Medical waste hauler arranged pre-event
Handwashing or hand-sanitizing stations
Daily sanitation logs for venue
Layout: Four technical spec cards covering utilities and staging. Interaction: Each card links to downloadable spec sheet (PDF). Mobile: Cards stack with icons for quick scanning.
Section 05 · Permitting & Timeline
8+ weeks out
Market research
Confirm whether tattooing is permitted in municipality, gather state board requirements, identify local inspector contacts.
6 weeks out
Application submission
Submit temporary event permits, BBP certificates, artist license copies, and venue diagrams.
3 weeks out
Inspector coordination
Schedule site visit or day-of inspection, provide sanitation SOP, ensure venue requirements satisfied.
Event week
Compliance binder
Deliver printed + digital binder with permits, insurance, sanitation logs, artist licensure, and waste contracts.
Layout: Four-card timeline describing permitting milestones. Interaction: Timeline can animate using horizontal scroll on desktop. Mobile: Cards stack; timeframe label stays at top of card.
Section 06 · Pre-Event Checklists
Venue Checklist
Confirm load-in route & dock access
Reserve dedicated power circuits
Approve floor plan & stanchion placement
Confirm waste disposal location
Planner Checklist
Provide VIP list & arrival times
Share brand assets for signage
Review hospitality scripts
Invite stakeholders to portal
LATP Checklist
Finalize staffing roster & travel
Pack sterilization and aftercare kits
Upload flash to digital displays
Confirm medical waste pickup
Layout: Three checklist cards tailored to venue, planner, and LATP responsibilities. Interaction: Downloadable versions in DOCX/Sheets linked via CMS. Mobile: Cards stack vertically with toggled bullet groups.
Disposable covers, spill mats, and sharps containers mitigate risk; on-site sanitation lead monitors stations.
Insurance & Liability
$2M liability + $1M aggregate; waivers stored digitally for seven years, copy shared with planner post-event.
Emergency Protocols
First-aid kits, BBP kit, incident report forms, and de-escalation procedures included in binder.
Layout: FAQ style grid addressing common venue concerns. Interaction: Cards expand with additional copy or link to FAQ page. Mobile: Stack cards with optional accordion behavior.
Section 08 · CTA
Need a logistics walk-through for your venue?
Share floor plans and we’ll deliver a tailored setup diagram, power map, and checklist for your operations team within 48 hours.