[OPLINLIST] Results of Tattoo Survey

[Nicholas Slone]

Good morning!

I received 5 responses from library directors and individuals in 
management roles to my question about tattoo policies. In summary, all 
of the respondents evaluate tattoos and piercings on a case by case 
basis, rather than mandating that they be completely covered or removed. 
The library director, board, and/or management team decides whether 
tattoos and piercings are considered excessive and/or obscene. The 
responses also generally recommended a relaxed approach, except when 
dealing with obvious issues, such as anything illegal, nudity, gang 
symbols, profanity, etc. No one that responded had actually had to 
enforce asking someone to cover up, since adopting this approach. I also 
heard from several employees at other libraries with tattoos who were 
very interested to see what other employers were doing. My board 
approved a similar change, leaving it to my discretion.


-- 
Sincerely,
Nicholas Slone
Executive Director
Adams County Public Library

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