Personal Service Facilities

Operators of personal service facilities in Manitoba must maintain and operate their establishments in a way that prevents health hazards from occurring. These guidelines are designed to assist the operators of personal service facilities in preventing the transmission of communicable diseases (i.e. Hepatitis B, staph, HIV) or infestations (head lice, body lice) from common-use articles and sharp instruments.

Public health officials will use these guidelines when assessing whether a personal service facility is being operated in accordance with The Public Health Act.

Before any Body Modification Establishment can commence operation in the City of Winnipeg, the operator requires a PERMIT TO OPERATE issued by Manitoba Health (Health). Any new, or remodelled establishments must first register with Health. Any and all name changes or ownership changes must also be registered with Health. Owners and operators may do so by completing the registration forms found on our website and by faxing or mailing the completed form and all required information to the Winnipeg regional office.

If you are performing services that are considered a body modification under City of Winnipeg By-law No. 40/2005, you are required to hold a Body Modification Technician Certificate. This certificate is issued to individuals who have successfully passed the Body Modification Technician Exam, a multiple-choice examination that focuses on infection prevention and control practices.

Please contact our office by email foodsafe@gov.mb.ca if you would like more information or wish to book an exam appointment. We are currently booking for the following dates:

  • Wednesday, September 23, 2026
  • Wednesday, October 14, 2026
  • Wednesday, November 25, 2026

Already Certified?

If you have previously passed the Body Modification Technician Exam and hold a valid Body Modification Technician Certificate, you are not required to re-certify. You may continue to retain and use your original certificate. However, if you would like a replacement certificate that does not display an expiry date, please email foodsafe@gov.mb.ca and new certificate can be issued.


Protecting Yourself at Nail Salons

Most nail salons work hard to make sure their clients enjoy a safe service. However, there are ways that infections can be spread if proper steps of prevention are not followed. This guideline gives you the information you need to know.