How many companies actually have 'no visible tatoo' policies?

Question

How many companies actually have 'no visible tatoo' policies?
I currently work at a hospital and we have no such policy. I have never actually seen it in writing at any company around my area. Everyone seems to be concerned about job marketability after getting a tatoo. I am not too worried about that. Should I be?

I plan on getting my first Tatoo for my birthday in a couple months. A nice b/w one with my kids' names on the back of my neck.

It wouldn't be just the boy's names. and having a tatoo of women's name(s) on men are cheesy too in your opinion?

FYI, I do have a good job, and I am a professional. The excutive assistant to our CEO has several tatoos, some covered and some not. My current job is not a concern. I am a good employee with a great record. I am just wondering about other places of employment.

Answer 1

Plenty of companies do. In my field, vet medicine, it is not unusual to have a no visible tattoo no visible piercing rule. I think personally it's stupid, and it perpetuates the tattoo stereotypes by catering to those who might be 'offended'. C'mon people, it's whats inside that counts.

The tattoo you describe is not in a highly visible place. it should be no ones business.

Answer 2

I think in most cases its not written down, but if they were conservative and had a choice between the equally qualified 'visible tattoo girl' and 'no tattoo girl', they'll probably go with the no tattoos. I love tattoos so I wouldn't discriminate but you really need to remember that there is a generation out there that think tattoos belong on criminals and sailors only, and if this is the guy thats going to employ you, then maybe go for somewhere a little more discrete. Good Luck.

Answer 3

I think what people are concerned about when it comes to tatoos is the seriousness that a potential employeer will give you with tat's all over your body. I have two tat's but when I dress for work, I make sure they are covered (back of shoulder and lower back) because I dont think its professional to have your tat's visible (depeding on where you work of course). I have yet to work at an office where the dress code states no visible tatoos (ive worked at corporate offices and relaxed work places) also.

Answer 4

I walk around with my tats hanging out all summer long. I work in a less conservative office though.

I did work for Sleepy's where they told me I wasn't allowed to have my tats showing but there was a guy there who's tats would hang out all the time. I thought that was a bit sexist.

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LMAO@ the real job comment. My job is to handle the shipping, receiving, allocating of parts and record keeping of the 2nd largest account the company has. We sell computer and electronic components to the government and private contractors. I would say that is a real job. I also handle customs paperwork and government invoicing. I currently have 15 tattoos. Some of which show and my company never has said boo about it. They are more concerned with performance then the tats.

Answer 5

The company I have with for 18 years, a very conservative community-based not-for-profit, does have a written policy against visible tattoos. Tattoos are not part of my culture and it doesn't affect me, but some of our most capable and dedicated employees have tattoos on their arms, and even in 110 degree summers, they must wear long sleeves to cover them, (even the angels), or risk getting written up or suspended. Same policy with visible piercings.

Answer 6

I not sure how many businesses, there are many and that their business. I do not believe how a person dress or is tattooed has anything to do with their ability to perform their job. But, people need to be aware there are companies that look down on these things. If, you want to do this be prepared for any future opposition! It life. I know people who prefer to smoke marijuana and there places they can not work, they work where they can though and not worry about it.

Answer 7

Its rarely in writing, its often just forced verbally. Or if during interview the manager or whomever sees the tattoo, they will on the spot make a judgement about you and your work abilities. Few jobs and employers realize tattoos don't effect who you are and how you work.

I work in a marketing firm and as a piercer, neither job cares what I tattoo on me unless its offensive. I do think name tattoos are cheesey, but thats my opinion and its not my body we're talkin about putting in on.

Answer 8

It was policy he ran on, policy LITERALLY ALL elected Democrats ridiculed, policy Congressional Democrats SNEERED at their own voters over, passing it with DIRE predictions of the calamity it would cause and the "I told you so" moments to follow - but which never came. It is also policy YOU PERSONALLY expressly cite as a disaster - so it's odd you now want to tie it to YOUR party, isn't it?

Answer 9

the company i work for has a strict policy on tats and piercings but if you where you work you don't have to look professional then get it where ever but its best to get it in a place that's easy to cover

Answer 10

cool