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Chapter 2 & 3: Methods of Sanitation and Sterilization

A sanitary environment is a vital consideration when picking a salon.

Now that you are familiar with the various forms of bacteria, there are two terms that you will

want to learn and keep in mind as you clean your working area: sanitation and sterilization.

The process of sterilization is used to kill all bacteria (pathogenic and nonpathogenic) on an

implement. The process of sanitation destroys pathogenic bacteria. Although sterilizing kills all

bacteria and is, really, the ideal way to clean, it is almost impossible to make implements sterile

and keep them that way. Bacteria are everywhere, including in the air around us. So, even if an

implement is sterilized, as soon as it hits the air in the salon, it is no longer sterile. But it will be

sanitary-aseptic or free from pathogenic bacteria-if the entire school or salon has been cleaned

thoroughly. This is why it is very important to keep everything in the salon sanitary. If

pathogenic bacteria are in the salon or school, the implements used there will be toxic

(unsanitary), also called septic.

Public health or sanitation refers to the set of procedures used to stop the spread of

communicable diseases and the development of other infections caused by pathogenic agents.

Under rules and regulations issued by public health departments and state boards of

cosmetology, salons and schools are required to keep their equipment and implements,

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Antiseptics halt or prevent the growth of pathogenic bacteria. They are often used to maintain

the sanitary condition of implements already sterilized. Doctors often use 3-5 percent hydrogen

peroxide solution as an antiseptic to cleanse the skin.

Disinfectants, fumigants or vapors, bactericides, and germicides are the chemicals agents that

destroy pathogenic bacteria. You should use these very carefully. These chemicals are very

useful for sterilizing implements, but they are very strong and usually are caustic, which means

that they can burn your skin.

Antiseptics, on the other hand, are not disinfectants. They do not destroy all bacteria. They

can be used on the skin. In addition, most disinfectants can be diluted with water and used as

antiseptics.

Whenever you use any of these cleaners, you should also remember that sanitizing methods do

not kill bacteria instantly. Complete destruction of bacteria always requires some time

depending on the agent or method used. Always follow all safety precautions, directions for

dilution, and other procedures recommended by the manufacturer. Chemicals should be

poured carefully to avoid waste and damage.

Combing and setting implements are ordinarily sanitized with quaternary ammonium. Metal

implements, such as blow-comb attachments, curling irons, manicure implements, electric

clippers, scissors, and shapers (razors) are sanitized with 70 percent ethyl alcohol or 99 percent

isopropyl alcohol. Equipment such as shampoo bowls and fixtures in the dispensary and

bathroom is sanitized with Lysol or diluted forms of ammonium.

Use of quaternary ammonium compounds varies from state to state. To be effective, a quats

solution must be as strong as 1 part quats to 1,000 parts water. For safety, it should not be

mixed any stronger. A solution of 2/3 ounce of quats in 1 gallon of water (20 milliliters quats in

3.8 liters of water) yields a 1:1000-sanitizing solution. Mixed to this strength, this formula will

kill all of the following: Herpes simplex virus, Influenza A, Adenovirus type 3, Staph Bacteria,

Fungus, Vegetable bacteria

Always follow the manufacturer’s directions. Wear gloves when removing implements from a

wet sanitizer containing this solution. The ordinary quats formula is one part quats to 1000

parts water.

Chemical agents are used in two kinds of sanitizing containers: wet sanitizers and dry sanitizers.

The wet sanitizer sterilizes the implements, and the dry sanitizer keeps them sanitized until

they are used.

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The wet sanitizer uses water and a chemical agent. The wet sanitizer must be nonmetal, large,

and deep enough so that combs, brushes, rollers, and other items can be covered by the

chemical solution. It also must have a cover to prevent contamination.

The dry sanitizer is a clean airtight cabinet or drawer. The unit can be made of wood, metal, or

plastic. It must be large enough to hold combing, setting, or cutting implements after they have

been removed from the wet sanitizer. Combs and brushes may be stored in a dry sanitizer as

long as the door is kept solidly closed at all times.

Ultraviolet rays are the sanitation method involving physical agents most often used by

salons. These rays have a germicidal effect; that is, they kill most bacteria and some viruses.

One type of ultraviolet sanitizer has a small blower-heater that dries the combing and setting

implements while the rays sterilize them. Although they are expensive, ultraviolet sanitizers are

used in some schools and salons.

Two other physical methods for sterilization, moist heat and dry heat, is not ordinarily used in

beauty schools or salons. Moist heat for example, is not used because it takes too long and can

damage setting and combing implements.

Decontamination Take a look around you. What do you see? No doubt, wherever you are, you are looking at

some sort of surface. It could be a table, the wall, the floor, the doorknob, or your hand. Almost

everything presents a surface of some kind. These surfaces may seem clean to you, even

sparkling, but no matter how clean they appear to the naked eye chances are they are

decontaminated. Surfaces of tools or other objects that are not free from dirt, oils, and

microbes are covered with contaminants, which are any substances that can cause

contamination. Many things can be contaminants, such as hair left in a comb, makeup on a

towel or brush, or nail dust on a file.

Tools and other surfaces in the salon can also be contaminated with bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

Even tools that appear to be clean are usually covered with these microorganisms.\

Of course, a salon can never be completely free from all contamination, and it would not make

sense to attempt such a goal. However, it is your responsibility as a salon professional to be on

constant alert for disease-causing contaminants.

The removal of pathogens and other substances from tools and surfaces is called

decontamination. Decontamination involves the use of physical or chemical means to remove,

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inactivate, or destroy pathogens so that the object is rendered safe for handling, use, or

disposal. There are three main levels of decontamination: sterilization disinfection, and

sanitation. Only disinfection and sanitation are required in the salon.

Sterilization and Sanitation As a cosmetologist serving the public, you will come in close contact with many clients. To avoid

the spread of disease-producing bacteria, it is necessary for you to follow good sanitation and

sterilization practices. You should understand the rules and the regulations, as well as the facts

pertaining to this subject, for your own protection and for the protection of your clients.

STERILIZATION Sterilization is the highest level of decontamination. It completely destroys every organism on a

surface, whether beneficial or harmful. Sterilization even kills bacterial spores, the most

resistant form of life on Earth. Methods of sterilization include the steam autoclave and dry

heat (a form of extreme heat.)

Sterilization is a process used by dentists and surgeons, whose tools are designed to break and

penetrate the skin barrier. Estheticians also use needles and probes that lance the skin, so they

must follow the same sterilization procedures. Pre-sterilized disposable lancets or needles are a

simpler solution to the issue of sterilization.

The word “sterilize” is often used incorrectly. For example, some practitioners tell clients that

they are “sterilizing the nail plate or skin.”

This is impossible. Sterilizing the skin would quickly kill it and would destroy the nail plate as

well. We can only sterilize surfaces that are not porous (having pores or openings that permit

liquids or gases to pass through). Metal implements are nonporous and can be sterilized, but

wood surfaces, which are porous cannot. In short, sterilization is impractical and unnecessary in

salons.

DISINFECTION Disinfection is a higher level of decontamination than sanitation. It is second only to

sterilization. Disinfection controls microorganisms on hard, nonporous surfaces such as cuticle

nippers and other salon implements.

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Disinfection provides the level of protection required by the salon to kill most organisms, with

one exception. Disinfection does not kill bacterial spores, but this is not necessary in the salon

environment. It is important only in hospitals and other health-care facilities where instruments

are used to penetrate or cut the skin. Lancets and other metal implements used in advanced

facial treatments should be sterilized, or disposable implements should be used.

Disinfectants are chemical agents used to destroy most bacteria and some viruses and to

disinfect implements and surfaces. Disinfectants are not for use on human skin, hair, or nails.

Never use disinfectants as hand cleaners. Any substance powerful enough to quickly and

efficiently destroy pathogens can also damage skin.

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING Manufacturers take great care to develop safe and highly effective systems. However, just

because something is safe does not mean that it cannot be dangerous if used improperly. Any

professional salon product can be dangerous if used incorrectly. Like all tools, disinfectants

must always be used in strict accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in each individual state must approve all

disinfectants. The disinfectant’s label must also have an EPA registration number. Look for this

number when choosing a disinfectant. It is the only way to ensure that the EPA has the

necessary test data on file and that the product has been proven effective against certain

organisms. The product label will also tell you exactly which organisms the disinfectant has

been tested for, such as HIV-1 or the Hepatitis B virus. The law requires testing for specific

organisms, or it should not appear on the label.

Besides the EPA registration number, federal law requires manufacturers to provide you with

important information in the form of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), along with other

important information, such as directions for proper use, safety precautions, and a list of active

ingredients. The MSDS provides all pertinent information on products, ranging from content

and associated hazards to combustion levels and storage requirements. The sheets should be

available for every product used in the cosmetology school or salon, and may be obtained from

the product’s distributor and/or manufacturer. Operating without an MSDS poses a health risk

to anyone in a salon who comes into contact with hazardous materials.

Take the time to read all of this vital information. Only then will you be certain

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OSHA The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was created as part of the U.S.

Department of Labor to regulate and enforce safety and health standards in the workplace.

Regulating employee exposure to toxic substances and informing employees about the dangers

of materials used in the workplace are key pointes of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of

1970. This act established the Hazard Communication Rule, which requires that chemical

manufacturers and importers assess the hazards associated with their products. Material Safety

Data Sheets and product labeling are two important results of this law.

The standards set by OSHA are particularly relevant to the cosmetology industry because of the nature of the chemicals used. Issues having to do with the mixing, storing, and disposal of chemicals; the general safety of the workplace; and, most important, the right of the cosmetologist to know what is contained in the products he or she uses all are regulated by OSHA standards. For blood borne pathogens, OSHA issued a policy in 1997 stating that, in order to comply with OSHA’s Blood borne Pathogens Standard, the use of an EPA-registered tuberculocidal disinfectant or an EPA-registered disinfectant labeled as effective against HIV and HBV is required. For this reason, when salon implements accidentally come into contact with blood or body fluids, they should be cleaned and completely immersed in an EPA- registered disinfectant that kills HIV-1 and Hepatitis B virus, or in a tuberculocidal disinfectant. The National Interstate Council of State Cosmetology Boards (NICS) follows this standard for examinations as well.

CHOOSING A DISINFECTANT Disinfectants are chemicals. To use a disinfectant properly, you must read and follow the

manufacturer’s instructions. Such variables as mixing precautions and exposure times demand

particular attention. The product label will explain what the disinfectant has been tested for. To

meet salon requirements, a disinfectant must have the correct efficacy to be used against

bacteria, fungi, and viruses. A disinfectant that is “Formulated for Hospitals and Health Care

Facilities,” or a “Hospital Disinfectant, “must be pseudomonacidal, in addition to being

bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal. If a disinfectant has been tested for additional organisms

such as HIV-1, it will be stated on the label. Check for the label number and efficacy standard on

the label.

How to Sterilize Sterilization is the process of destroying all bacteria, whether they are harmful or beneficial.

Here is a list of the most common ways:

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• Boiling:

Requires the immersing of towels, linens, or instruments in water heated to 212 degrees

Fahrenheit.

• Steaming:

Requires an airtight chamber in which steam is generated from water by the application

of heat.

• Baking:

A method of sterilization rarely used in beauty shops, but employed in hospitals.

• Irradiation:

Articles may be sterilized by exposing them to ultra-violet rays in an enclosed cabinet.

This method of sterilization should be used only if approved by your State Board of

Cosmetology.

Sterilizing with Chemical Agents

Liquid Disinfectant

Mixing a disinfectant with water and immersing the article in the solution, as specified by your

State Board of Cosmetology or Board of Health, is the most practical method of sterilization in

salons.

Fumigation

Fumigants in a closed cabinet are used to keep sterilized articles sterile.

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Antiseptic solutions are weaker than disinfectant solutions. They may not kill all the germs, but

will prevent them from multiplying. They are gentle enough to be used on the skin.

Disinfectants are much stronger and have the ability to destroy bacteria and prevent their

multiplication. A germicide is a chemical agent that kills bacteria. The reason it is required that

we sterilize is to destroy bacteria. It is a necessity to destroy bacteria in order to prevent the

spread of diseases. This is the way we protect the public and ourselves.

Disinfectants and germicides are also antiseptic because they kill germs and retard the growth

of more germs. Antiseptics, on the other hand, are not as powerful as germicides or

disinfectants. Therefore they cannot be used as a germicide or disinfectant because they are

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not able to perform the necessary degree of germ killing. Always exercise caution when using

any chemical on the skin. Many of the disinfectants and germicides are not manufactured with

the intention of being placed on the skin and for this reason should not make contact with the

skin. Read the manufacturer’s directions and the section on cautions posted on the label or the

container, before you use any chemical product.

ALCHOLOL AND BLEACH The word alcohol is often misunderstood. There are many chemical compounds that may be

classified as alcohol. The three most widely used are methyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, and

isopropyl alcohol.

In the salon, ethyl and isopropyl alcohol are sometimes used to disinfect implements. To be

effective, the strength of ethyl alcohol must be no less than 70 percent, and the strength of

isopropyl alcohol is 99 percent. Since alcohol is not an EPA-registered disinfectant, it is not

permitted for use with implements in states requiring hospital disinfection. This means it is not

legal to use alcohol as a disinfectant in most states.

There are many disadvantages to using alcohols. They are extremely flammable, evaporate

quickly, and are slow acting and less effective when compared to other recommended

disinfectants. Alcohols corrode tools and cause sharp edges to become dull. They also discolor

and damage the surface of floors and countertops. The vapors formed on evaporation can

cause headaches and nausea when inhaled in high concentrations or after prolonged exposure.

Many common germicides are extremely poisonous, and therefore should not be used in

beauty culture practice. These germicides act differently on different types of bacteria. Each

one has been standardized for the concentration that is most effective. Certain germicides,

when concentrated enough to be deadly to bacteria, cannot be used safely on the skin. Phenol,

or carbolic acid, is a dangerous germicide. Should your skin come in contact with this acid, you

should immediately immerse in it alcohol and apply alcoholic dressings.

Household bleach (sodium hypochlorite) is an effective disinfectant, but shares some of the

same drawbacks as alcohols. Neither bleach nor alcohols are professionally designed and tested

for disinfection of salon implements. Bleach and alcohol may have been used extensively in the

past, but have since been replaced by more advanced and effective technologies. Bleach is,

however, a very effective laundering additive.

Although quats are perfectly suitable for cleaning any surface (unless otherwise specified in the

manufacturer’s directions), you may wish to clean floors, bathrooms, sinks, and waste

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receptacles with commercial cleaner such as Lysol or Pine-Sol. Both are very effective

disinfectants, but should not be used on salon implements. They are general “household level”

disinfectants and are not designed for professional tools.

Boric Acid A 5% solution is needed to be effective as an antiseptic. Prepare by adding a little at a time to

distilled water in a sterilized bottle and shake it until no more will dissolve. To prepare a large

quantity, add 6 1/2 ounces of boric acid crystals to 1 gallon of distilled water. Boric acid solution

is often used to cleanse the eyes. Bichloride of mercury solution will corrode metals, so never

use with metallic instruments. It should be noted that this chemical is poisonous.

Sanitizing Hands As a licensed professional dealing with multiple clients per day, it is necessary to sanitize your

hands even more than your implements, especially in the nail and facial industries. Before

servicing any client, the following process of sanitizing your hands should be followed: First, you

must have an antibacterial/hospital recommended cleanser. You must use tepid water with a

generous amount of cleanser. Place the cleanser in the palm of your hand and rub vigorously to

lather cleanser from inside to outside of hands and fingers. Once the surfaces of your hands

and fingers have been cleansed thoroughly, rub the tips of your fingers and nails in the palm of

the opposite hand to enable cleansing of the underside of the nails. Then repeat this same

process a second time. Be sure to rinse thoroughly after each process.

Note: A sanitized nailbrush may be used for a more precise cleaning. This must be done before you

service each new client. (Remember that cash is one of the dirtiest things you will handle. It is covered

with germs that get passed from one individual to another.)

Dry Sterilization

Preparing for Dry Sterilization Clean inside of cabinet and dry thoroughly. Prepare dry sterilizer. Full strength formalin can be

used either one of two ways. (a) Mix 1 tablespoonful of borax with 1 tablespoon of formalin in a

small tray, and place it into a dry sterilizer. (b) Place pieces of absorbent cotton in a small

container, and saturate the cotton with formalin, and place the container on the bottom shelf

of a dry sterilizer. Have ready a supply of clean towels.

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Cleaning Combs and Brushes Remove the hair from combs and brushes. Immerse combs and brushes completely into a bowl

of soapy water for several minutes. Clean each comb separately with a small brush. Clean the

brushes two at a time by rubbing the bristles against each other. When thoroughly cleaned,

rinse combs and brushes in bowl of clear, warm water. Drain off water and remove any

adhering hairs.

Sterilizing Combs and Brushes How to prepare a chemical sterilization: Clean sterilized receptacle, add soapy water and a

sufficient quantity of 10% formalin solution or other approved disinfectant. Adding ammonia to

the soap bath is optional in the proportion of 1 tablespoon to 2 quarts of water. Now prepare a

bowl of warm water for rinsing purposes. Immerse combs and brushes into formalin solution

for 20 minutes. Remove combs and brushes, rinse in clear clean water, and dry them

thoroughly with a clean towel. When thoroughly dry rest combs and brushes on a clean towel

in a dust free place.

Sterilizing Metallic Implements with Chemical Solutions Prepare a bowl of warm soapy water. Prepare disinfectant in wet sterilizer (25% formalin) to

which a small amount of glycerin has been added, or use any other type of disinfectant

approved by the State Board. If necessary, replace chemical in dry sterilizer. Have ready a

supply of clean towels and individual envelopes.

Preventing the Spread of Infectious and Contagious Diseases in the Salon To conduct services in a safe environment every practitioner:

Cleans and organizes work area before each service.

Takes safety and sanitary precautions to protect clients and self.

Uses personal protective measures, such as gloves, smock, etc.

Takes special steps to ensure client safety when necessary.

Drapes and prepares client properly for service.

Sterilizes and maintains equipment and instruments prior to each use.

Identifies signs of infectious or contagious disease and takes appropriate action or

precautions.

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Hair Salon: Sanitation and Cleanliness Check List

Whether you are a hair salon employee, a hair salon owner, or a regular hair salon client,

sanitation and cleanliness of the hair salon should always be important to you. This is because

bacteria, viruses and various other types of microscopic organisms could be breeding and

thriving in the various implements, tools of the trade and in the premises of the hair salon itself

without your being aware of it.

How simple is it to contract something when you visit a hair salon for a trim? The comb that is

used to smoothen out tangles in your hair could have just been used on another customer who

has lice, yet the hairstylist may not have had the comb washed and disinfected. The rollers that

the staff may use to roll up your hair preparatory to setting so that you wind up with bouncy

curls could have been used beforehand on someone with a catching scalp condition like

psoriasis. And the towels they use to wrap your head after washing may have been used on

another client – which is just plain disgusting.

So how do you go about inspecting the salon’s sanitation in a discrete manner? The following

tips are helpful:

• 360 Fast glance around

You can double check the sanitation and cleanliness level of the hair salon you like to visit by

just casually glancing around. And your first glance should be at the tray where they stack the

tools of the trade (such as combs, brushes, scissors, rollers, and others). Do the combs and

brushes seem to have other people's hair still stuck in them? Are they kind of oily? You might

venture out a hand and rub a finger along a comb – if it feels oily, well, that is scalp oil from

someone else (or a lot of other people) that you are feeling. A good salon will always make it a

point to wash and disinfect such implements before using them on new clients.

• Talk it over

Check out the towels. Are they stacked neatly on a shelf? You might want to make discreet

inquiries like "so who washes your towels?" in a casual way. Towels used by one customer,

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even for just drying that client's hair, should never be recycled for use on another customer

without washing and drying first. Anyone who has learned gym jokes about fungus faces and

other illnesses that come with sharing towels probably already knows that sharing towels is an

excellent way to come down with something catching.

• Sweep that hair out:

You could also look at the hair accumulating on the floor – is it regularly swept up? Or do they

let around five clients get haircuts first before they start sweeping the mess into a dustpan for

disposal?

• Quality Check your hairstylist

Take a good look at your hairstylist too. Are his/her nails kept clean and tidy? Or are they long

and kind of dirty? A hairstylist with dirty fingernails might have something catching living under

those nails which could be passed on to you so if you spot that type of detail, say good bye

politely and never return.

There are hair salons from hell and there are hair salons which are very diligent about practicing

sound sanitation and cleanliness habits. Your best choice? The latter as your health depends on

it.

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Salon Sanitation Checklist

Beauty Salon Safety & Sanitation Operating a salon requires a great deal of care and consideration into everyday aspects of the

business. Whether you provide hair care, nail care, or body care services, it is expected that you

are aware of the safety & sanitation procedures needed to conduct the best services possible.

In order to ensure proper care of your clients, employees, and the establishment itself, you

should pay careful attention to these procedures on a day-to-day basis.

Beauty Salon Safety Keeping your establishment safe should be a priority for you and your staff as it communicates

the trustworthiness your clients should have towards your salon. Practicing safe procedures

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also ensures that you make the most of your salon equipment's life and that you keep your

business running as long as you possibly can. In the salon business, there are several major

hazards that you will need to caution yourself against and those are: fire-related incidents,

burglary, and accidents within the salon space.

In order to protect your salon furniture and salon equipment from fire-related incidents, there

are several factors to consider: Set up an intruder alarm detection system with codes for your

establishment.

1. When deciding to put combustible materials (aerosol cans of hairspray, solutions

containing alcohol, etc.) in waste bins, make certain that these bins are a good distance

from regularly used electrical equipment. Have your staff of employees undergo fire

hazard training.

2. Make certain that they know where the fire extinguisher is located as well as procedures

to follow when a fire does arise. Prohibit smoking indoors. If your establishment allows

smoking on the facade of the business, provide a metal-lidded bin for their disposal of

ashtray contents.

3. Unplug salon equipment not currently in use to avoid short-circuiting. Do this when you

close the salon every night. Have a qualified electrician come by regularly for

maintenance purposes.

4. Avoid using portable heaters with naked flames or exposed, radiant, hot surfaces.

5. Never directly heat alcoholic solutions like acetone to make them work faster--instead,

use a warm bowl of water to do the heating indirectly.

6. Keep all combustible materials not currently being used, in a locked, dry cabinet.

Protecting your salon from crime can be easy if all staff members are aware of safety

procedures and abide by them on a regular basis. Care and caution every day can lessen your

chances of being burglarized. Here are some helpful tips:

1. Set up an intruder alarm detection system with codes for your establishment.

2. Ensure your locks are working with a locksmith on a monthly basis. Permit key

duplication with your own personal discretion.

3. Put away any costly electronic equipment that may tempt intruders in back storage

closets in order to make your space less appealing to intruders.

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4. Have at least two employees open and close the business every day.

5. Install a surveillance camera behind the cash register.

6. Keep a low balance in the cash register. When making a bank deposit, vary the times

that this is done.

Little accidents are common to most businesses, but you will want to work to lessen these

instances as there is likely to be a great deal of foot traffic flowing in and out of your salon.

Protecting your clients & staff from accidents is possible with the following tips:

1. Keep the floors as neat and tidy as possible. Encourage your staff to clean after each

client has left. If this is not possible because of the traffic your establishment receives on

a regular basis, have one of your staff members be designated to manage the floor that

particular day (this works best on a rotation).

2. Repair damaged floor coverings immediately--this is not only a major safety risk, it is

unsightly for everyone (especially your clients!).

3. Have on hand a first-aid kit at all times.

4. Post safety procedures on a discreet wall of your establishment and ensure that your

staff knows the necessary steps.

5. Repair or replace (if necessary) damaged salon equipment in order to avoid accidents.

You will want to uphold the best safety standards possible in your establishment and

keeping your salon equipment in amazing shape is a large part of that.

Beauty Salon Sanitation

Cleaning and general upkeep should be a part of your everyday operations; however, there are

aspects of sanitation within a service-oriented business that even the most careful business

owners overlook. Sanitation is important for your ratings as a business, but most importantly, it

is important for your clients, your team of staff, and the salon equipment itself.

Your attention to the client's health is crucial because it reassures their confidence in your

establishment. If they are aware of the high standards you set, they will likely come back as well

as recommend their friends.

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Here are some pointers on how to better communicate the dedication you have towards your

client's health:

1. Talk through with your client the sanitation and disinfection procedures as you perform

them; this encourages your client to be more knowledgeable and build their confidence

in your part regarding their personal safety.

2. Clean & disinfect tools between clients with EPA approved disinfectants. Use disposable

tools and towels when possible and give them to your clients upon departure. This

keeps processes clean and they leave with a token of your salon.

3. Maintain regular cleaning procedures with your staff and have them to record the dates

of completion. This enables you to obtain better control on what standards your

establishment is able to uphold.

4. Foot spas should be thoroughly cleaned and rinsed after the use of each client (read

more on how to, below under salon equipment care).

5. Use techniques and processes that prevent cross-contamination of creams, lotions,

make-up products, wax pots, etc. For example, using a pump to dispense the lotion

lowers the risk of contamination.

A team of strong, healthy staff members is something every salon can pride itself on. Protecting

your staff's health is a large part of your responsibility as the owner and you can easily set great

examples by providing the initial framework for safety at work.

1. When applicable, have your staff wear protective eyewear and facemasks during certain

procedures in order to ensure that there is no transmission of germs.

2. Practice good personal hygienic habits like frequent hand washing.

3. If they have injuries like cuts on their hands, make it a requirement to wear nitrile gloves

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4. Have exhaust vent systems embedded in your work tables as well as wall or ceiling-

mounted exhaust systems in order to exchange indoors air with fresh air. This should

remedy most of the problem with harmful inhalation of chemicals.

5. Transfer bulk cosmetic products to smaller, manageable containers in order to protect

staff members against exposures to large amounts of chemicals often. This also reduces

the instance of spillage.

6. Prohibit eating & drinking at the stations. Instead, provide a designated break room for

dining.

SANITATION The third, or lowest, level of decontamination is called sanitation or sanitizing. These words are

often frequently misused and misunderstood. To sanitize means “to significantly reduce the

number of pathogens or disease-producing organisms found on a surface.” Cleaning with soaps

or detergents will sanitize salon tools and other surfaces.

Sanitized surfaces may still harbor pathogens or other organisms. Removing hair from a brush

and washing the brush with detergent is considered sanitation. Putting antiseptics designed for

hands or feet on your skin or washing your hands is another example of sanitation. Your hands

may appear very clean when you are finished but will still harbor pathogens found in the tap

water and on the towel.

An emerging health concern is the growth of mold and mildew in buildings. Mold is a fungus

growth that usually grows in dark, damp places. Mildew is a moldy coating produced by fungi

that can appear on walls, fabrics, and the like, and also occurs in damp areas. Mold spores carry

toxins that can cause allergic reactions and sickness in some people. These spores are almost

always present in outdoor and indoor air and on most furnishings and construction materials.

Dirt on surfaces provides nutrients for mold. Practicing proper sanitation provides protection

against the growth of mildew and mold in the salon.

WASHING THE HANDS Hand washing is one of the most important actions that can be taken to prevent the transfer of

microorganisms from one person to another. Hand washing removes microorganisms from the

folds and grooves of the skin by lifting and rinsing them from the skin surface.

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In the salon, hands should be thoroughly washed before and after each service. When washing

your hands in a public rest room, avoid touching items such as bar soap, a towel dispenser, or a

doorknob after washing and before leaving the restroom. Use a paper towel to turn the

doorknob when leaving the rest room. This way you avoid contaminating your clean hands with

any microorganisms. At the end of the day, wash your hands to prevent carrying

microorganisms outside of the salon.

Soap and warm water are generally sufficient for hand washing, although some antibacterial

soap can kill microorganisms in deeper layers of the skin than plain soap or detergents do.

When overused, however, the relatively harsh, drying action of antibacterial soaps may actually

leave the skin vulnerable to skin problems such as eczema. Alcohol-based no-rinse products

designed for use without water is also very drying to the skin.

The correct procedure for washing the hands consists of these steps:

1. Wet your hands with warm water.

2. Using liquid soap, scrub your hands together and work up a good lather for 15 to 20

seconds. Give particular attention to the areas between the fingers the nails, both sides

of the hands, and the exposed portions of the arms.

3. Rinse your hands well with warm water.

4. Dry your hands using a disposable paper towel or air blower. Do not use cloth towels

unless they are dispensed one to a person.

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Antiseptics can kill, retard, or prevent the growth of bacteria, but they are not classified as

disinfectants. Antiseptics such as 3 percent solutions of hydrogen peroxide are weaker than

disinfectants and are safe for application to skin (usually used prior to a manicure or use on

instruments and surfaces.

UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS Many infectious diseases do not present visible symptoms on the infected person. Because you

will not necessarily be able to identify clients with infectious diseases, the same infection

control practices should be used with all clients.

OSHA sets the standard that must be used in the industry for dealing with blood borne

pathogens. The standard prescribes the use of Universal Precautions as the approach to

infection control. Universal Precautions are a set of guidelines and controls, published by the

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that require the employer and the employee

to assume that all human blood and specified human body fluids are infectious for HIV, HBV,

and other blood borne pathogens. Precautions include hand-washing; gloving; personal

protective equipment such as goggles; injury prevention; and proper handling and disposal of

needles, other sharp instruments, and products that have been contaminated by blood or other

body fluids.

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In most instances, clients who are infected with Hepatitis B Virus or other blood borne

pathogens are asymptomatic, which means that they show no symptoms or signs of infection.

Many individuals who have a minor, nonspecific symptom may not even know they are

infected. Exposure to blood in the salon setting presents a risk of exposure to various diseases,

including hepatitis and AIDS; therefore, the blood of all clients should be treated as if infected.

Protecting the Life of Your Salon Equipment 1. When washing tools with soap & water, make certain that the residue of soap is gone

before putting the tools in Barbicide, as it tends to work less effectively.

2. Using an autoclave is becoming more and more commonplace in establishments. An

autoclave is a tool that is commonly used by medical professionals as it sterilizes tools

using heat and pressure. The autoclave removes all air from the chamber and heats up

to 250 degrees, killing all viruses, spores, and bacteria.

3. To disinfect and treat portable and whirlpool footbaths, Sanitation tablets make the job

all the more easy. It also reduces hard water deposits, which extends the life of your spa

machine. Sanitation tablets are EPA approved and will not harm the skin or cause

discoloration.

Create a Sanitation Checklist Form which highlights the following areas:

Sweep floors clean after each client service, especially after every haircut.

Deposit all waste materials in a waste receptacle with a self-closing lid.

Mop floors and vacuum carpets daily.

Control all types of dust.

Keep windows, screens, and curtains clean.

Regularly clean fans, ventilation systems, and humidifiers.

Keep all work areas well lit.

Keep rest rooms clean and tidy. Remember to clean bathroom door handles.

Provide toilet tissue, paper towels, and pump-type liquid soap in the rest room

Clean sinks and drinking fountains regularly.

Provide disposable drinking cups.

Keep the salon free from insects and rodents

Do not allow the salon to be used for cooking or living quarters.

Never place food in refrigerators used to store salon products.

Prohibit eating, drinking, and smoking in areas where services are performed

Empty waste receptacles regularly throughout the day.

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Wear clean, freshly laundered clothing.

Make sure all containers are properly marked, tightly closed, and properly stored.

Keep the outside of all containers clean.

Do not place any tools, combs, rollers, or hairpins in your mouth or pockets.

If you drop an implement on the floor, disinfect it before using it again. Properly clean

and disinfect all tools and implements after each use and store them in a clean, covered

container

Avoid touching your face, mouth, or eye areas during services.

Do not allow any pets or animals in the salon except for trained service animals.

Clean and disinfect all work surfaces, including manicure tables, aesthetic beds,

workstations, and chairs, between client services. Clean shampoo bowls and disinfect

the neck of the bowl after each client.

Use only freshly laundered or new disposable linens on clients. Use separate closed

containers for soiled linens. Use disposable towels or tissues whenever possible. Use

neck strips or towels to ensure that there is no skin contact with cutting or shampoo

capes. Disinfect all linens during the wash cycle with detergent and bleach.

Monitor air quality in the salon. Four to ten air changes per hour are recommended for

public buildings. Air changes remove suspended particles such as hair spray, nail filings,

and microscopic particles

Salon Sanitation Checklist-Foot Spas After each customer:

1. Drain all water and remove all foreign matter from the foot spa.

2. Clean the surfaces and walls of the foot spa with soap or detergent and rinse with clean,

clear water.

3. Disinfect with an EPA-registered disinfectant with bactericidal, fungicidal, virucidal (and in

some states Tuberculocidal) efficacy, according to manufacturers' instructions.

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4. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean towel.

At the end of each day:

1. Remove the screen and clean all debris trapped behind the screen of each foot spa.

2. Wash the screen and inlet with soap or detergent and a chlorine solution (5 percent chlorine

bleach to 1 gallon of water), or wash the screen with soap or detergent and clean, clear water.

Then totally immerse in an EPA-registered disinfectant with bactericidal, fungicidal, virucidal

(and in some states tuberculocidal) efficacy, according to manufacturers' instructions.

3. Flush the system with low-sudsing soap and warm water for ten minutes and then rinse,

drain, and let air-dry.

Every two weeks:

1. After following the recommended daily cleaning procedure described above, fill the foot spa

tub (5 gallons) with water and four teaspoons of 5 percent bleach solution (a dose of 50 parts

per thousand).

2. Circulate the solution through the foot spa system for 5 to 10 minutes.

3. Let the solution sit overnight (at least 6 to 10 hours).

4. The following morning, in advance of the first customer, drain and flush the system.

DISINFECTANT SAFETY

Disinfectants are powerful, professional-strength tools that can be hazardous if used

incorrectly. Disinfectants can be poisonous if ingested and can cause serious skin and eye

damage, especially in a concentrated form. A good rule to remember is use caution!

In addition you should:

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Always wear gloves and safety glasses when mixing chemicals with water always add

disinfectant to water, not water to disinfectant use tongs, gloves, or a draining basket to

remove implements from disinfectants. Always keep disinfectants away from children.

Never pour quats, phenols, formalin, alcohol (not legal in most states), or any other

disinfectant over your hands. This hazardous practice can cause skin irritation and

increase the chance of infection. Wash your hands with soap and warm water and dry

them thoroughly.

Carefully weigh and measure all products to ensure that they perform at their peak

efficiency.

Disinfectants come in different forms such as ready-to-use sprays (for surface cleaning),

liquid concentrate, and powders. Some disinfectants appear clear while others are a

little cloudy.

Always follow manufacturer's recommendations for mixing and using, and check the

efficacy to make sure you are using the right disinfectant.

Avoid overexposure. Disinfectants are chemicals, and overuse is detrimental to the

environment.

Jars or containers used to disinfect implements are often incorrectly called wet

sanitizers. Of course, the purpose of these containers is not to sanitize but to disinfect.

The disinfecting soak solution must be changed daily and kept free from debris unless

otherwise directed by the manufacturer's instructions. Strict adherence to the

Principles of good hygiene and disinfection must be maintained. Jars or containers used to

disinfect implements are often incorrectly called wet sanitizers. Of course, the purpose of these

containers is not to sanitize but to disinfect. The disinfecting soak solution must be changed

daily and kept free from debris unless otherwise directed by the manufacturer’s instructions.

Strict adherence to the principles of good hygiene and disinfection must be maintained.

BLOOD SPILL DISINFECTION Blood spills occur when you or a client are accidentally cut with a sharp instrument. If a blood

spill should occur during a procedure, proper steps must be taken for the safety of both people.

1. If a cut is sustained, stop the service and clean the injured area.

2. Use a finger guard or gloves as appropriate.

3. Apply antiseptic and/or liquid or spray styptic without contaminating the container.

4. Cover the injury with a Band-=Aid or other appropriate dressing.

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5. Clean client and workstation as necessary.

6. Discard all disposable contaminated objects such as wipes or cotton balls by double

bagging (place the waste in a plastic bag and then in a trash bag). Use a biohazard

sticker (red or orange) or a container for contaminated waste. Deposit sharp disposables

in a sharps box.

7. Remove your gloves. Wash your hands with soap and warm water before returning to

the service.

8. All tools and implements that have come into contact with blood or body fluids must be

disinfected by complete immersion in an EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectant

that kills HIV-1 and Hepatitis B Virus or in a tuberculocidal disinfectant. Be sure to mix

and use the disinfectant according to the manufacturers; directions.

Because blood can carry many pathogens, you should never touch a client’s open sore or

wound.

Salon Sanitation Checklist-Disinfectant Always disinfect your tools or other implements according to the guidelines listed for EPA wet

disinfectants. This means complete immersion for the required amount of time. The following

are guidelines for specific salon materials:

1. Pre-clean to remove hair, filings, and other such loose matter by scrubbing with soap

and water.

2. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a clean towel.

3. Put on gloves, goggles, or safety glasses.

4. Mix disinfectant according to manufacturer's directions, always adding disinfectant to

the water.

5. Using gloves or tongs completely immerse implements or tools and leave for the

required amount of time, as per manufacturer's instructions.

6. Remove implements with tongs, basket, or gloves so as not to contaminate the

disinfectant

7. Rinse thoroughly and dry.

8. Place disinfected implements in a clean, closed, dry, disinfected container (such as a

plastic container with a lid) according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Strict

adherence to the principles of good hygiene and disinfection must be maintained.

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HANDLING DISPOSABLE SUPPLIES To prevent the spread of disease, all disposable supplies, such as orangewood sticks, emery

boards, cotton, gauze, neck strips, and the like, should be thrown away. Anything exposed to

blood, including microdermabrasion debris, must be double-bagged and marked with a

biohazard sticker or marked and disposed of according to OSHA standards (separated from

other waste and disposed of according to federal, state, and local regulations). Puncture-proof

containers should be used in the disposal of all sharps. Remember: Disinfect or Discard.

DISINFECTING LINENS AND CAPES All linens should be used once and then laundered with bleach according to label directions.

Capes or drapes that come into contact with a client's skin should be laundered in the same

manner.

DISINFECTING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT The contact points of equipment that cannot be immersed in liquid, such as hair clippers,

electrotherapy tools, and nail drills, should be wiped or sprayed with an EPA-registered,

hospital-grade disinfectant created especially for electrical equipment. Electrical equipment

must be kept in good repair.

DISINFECTING WORK SURFACES Before and after each client, an EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectant should be used on

the work surface (manicure table, workstation, esthetic bed, and the like). The disinfectant

should be left on the surface the full amount of time prescribed by the manufacturer's

directions. Remember to disinfect all surfaces. This includes doorknobs, handles, and so on

The shampoo bowl should be cleaned and the drain cleared of all hair after each client. The

neck of the bowl should be disinfected the same as other work surfaces.

DISINFECTING WHIRLPOOL PEDICURE FOOT SPAS When using whirlpool pedicure foot spas, you must follow proper disinfection procedures to

ensure proper maintenance of the equipment and to prevent the spread of bacterial or

parasitic disease. Take time to carefully read the manufacturer's cleaning instructions and ask

your manufacturer and/or distributor for a demonstration as well. Improperly disinfected

equipment can harbor bacteria that may spread disease or infection to clients, cosmetologists,

or nail technicians who come into contact with it.

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Environmental Contamination Awareness To protect clients, practitioners must recognize all the places where contamination can occur in

a salon. Knowing how to work safely and maintain a safe environment is an important part of

the licensing requirements. Making the salon a safe place to receive services is everybody’s job,

not just the job of the manager. Everyone has to be aware of safety and practice cosmetology

skills in the manner that is safest for everyone in the salon. Everyone has to “pitch in.”

It is very important to remember these rules:

Be very thorough when you are sanitizing implements that penetrate the skin, such as ear

piercing devices and needles used in electrolysis. These devices should be discarded in a

puncture-proof container or carefully cleaned and disinfected between uses.

The same procedures should be followed for other implements, such as razors, haircutting

scissors, electric clippers and cuticle scissors.

Cosmetologists with open or weeping sores should not come in direct contact with a client,

until their sores have healed. Therefore, it is advisable to wear gloves whenever possible, so

that your hands do not become injured when working with chemicals.

Your Professional Responsibility

You have many responsibilities as a salon professional. None is more important than your responsibility to protect your clients’ health and safety as well as your own. Never take shortcuts when it comes to sanitation and disinfection. Remember, this is a hands-on profession. The beauty of it is that you come into close contact with all sorts of people. This is why a “people” person like you has chosen this field. But you must be wise and careful about this contact. If you are to be an effective practitioner, you must learn the rules-every one of them-and you must always follow them to the letter of the law. This is how you, your colleagues, and your clients can maintain a sense of trust and respect for each other.

Wisconsin Laws Governing Sanitation and Safety

Chapter Cos 4 SANITATION AND SAFETY

BC 4.01 Equipment and sanitation.

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BC 4.02 Disinfection.

BC 4.03 Sterilization.

BC 4.04 Supplies.

BC 4.05 Procedure for exposure to blood.

BC 4.06 Precautionary procedures.

BC 4.07 Ear piercing.

BC 4.08 Waxing.

BC 4.09 Electrolysis.

BC 4.10 Manicuring.

Note: Chapter BC 4 was renumbered Ch. Cos 4 under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 1., Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

Note: See Chapter SPS 205, created by emergency rule, EmR1302, for rules governing the licensing of barbers, barbering managers, and barbering establishments.

Cos 4.01 Equipment and sanitation.

(1) All areas of an establishment and the equipment, tools and implements used by licensees for services in an establishment shall be maintained in a clean, sanitary and safe condition.

(2) Licensees shall wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water prior to serving each patron and following removal of gloves. Waterless hand washing agents with alcohol as an active ingredient with a concentration of at least 70% are an acceptable substitute for washing hands that are not visibly soiled with soap and running water.

(3) Powder puffs, sponges, and emery boards and other contact equipment that cannot be cleaned with soap or detergent and water shall be disposed of following each use.

(4) All liquids, creams, powders and semi−solid substances shall be dispensed from a container in a manner which will prevent contamination of the unused portion of the substance.

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(5) Shampoo bowls and basins shall be drained after each use and kept in a sanitary and safe condition.

(6) Clean towels shall be used for each patron. A neck strip or towel shall be placed around the neck of the patron to prevent contact with the cape. The headrest of any operating chair shall be covered with fresh linen or paper for each patron.

(7) All other equipment and instruments shall be clean to sight and touch.

(8) Licensees using lancets for the lateral piercing of raised whiteheads shall utilize only pre−sterilized, single use, disposable lancets.

History: Cr. Register, July, 1989, No. 403, eff. 8−1−89; cr. (2), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99; CR 02−058: am. (2), cr. (3) to (7) Register September 2003 No. 573, eff. 10−1−03; CR 05−118: am. (2), cr. (8) Register November 2006 No. 611, eff. 12−1−06.

Cos 4.02 Disinfection.

(1) Unless sterilized, disinfection is required prior to reuse on another patron of any personal care instruments, including scissors, razors, clipper blades and tweezers, excluding tweezers used in electrolysis.

(2) Disinfection for scissors, razors, clipper blades and tweezers shall consist of cleaning with soap and water to remove all organic material, wiping with or soaking in a disinfectant as defined in s. Cos 1.01, and air−drying.

(3) Disinfection for combs, lifts, brushes, rollers and any other contact equipment shall consist of cleaning with soap and water to remove all organic material, spraying with a tuberculocidal disinfectant as defined in s. Cos 1.01, and air−drying.

(4) Clean and disinfected contact equipment shall be placed in one or more covered containers. One or more separate containers shall be provided for the immediate storage of soiled contact equipment until cleaned and disinfected.

(5) Disinfectant used for decontamination shall be changed daily and shall be kept in a covered container.

(6) Laundry shall be disinfected by washing with a solution containing a germicidal compound.

Note: Bleach and Lysol (brown bottle) are germicidal compounds.

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History: Cr. Register, July, 1989, No. 403, eff. 8−1−89; am. (1) and (2), Register, May, 1993, No. 449, eff. 6−1−93; am. (2), Register, March, 1994, No. 459, eff.4−1−94; am. (3) and (4), cr. (3) (a) (b) and (3a), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99;CR 02−058: r. and recr. Register September 2003 No. 573, eff. 10−1−03; CR 05−118: am. (1) Register November 2006 No. 611, eff. 12−1−06; corrections in (2), (3) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

Cos 4.03 Sterilization.

(1) Sterilization in ss. Cos 4.07, 4.09 and 4.10 shall be accomplished by use of a dry heat or steam sterilizer cleared for marketing by the food and drug administration, used according to manufacturer’s instructions. If steam sterilization, moist heat, is utilized, heat exposure shall be at a minimum of 121° C., 250° F., for at least 30 minutes. If dry heat sterilization is utilized, heat exposure shall be at a minimum of 171° C., 340° F., for at least 60 minutes.

(2) Sterilizers shall be maintained in working order. Equipment shall be checked in compliance with manufacturer’s recommendations at least monthly to ensure that it is reaching required temperatures.

History: Cr. Register, July, 1989, No. 403, eff. 8−1−89; am. (1), Register, May, 1993, No. 449, eff. 6−1−93; am. Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99; CR02−058: am. Register September 2003

No. 573, eff. 10−1−03; CR 05−118: am. (2) Register November 2006 No. 611, eff. 12−1−06; correction in (1) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

Cos 4.04 Supplies.

(1) All workstations shall be supplied with at least one of the antiseptics listed in s. Cos

4.05 for use by licensees in case of injury.

(2) All licensees working in a licensed establishment shall be supplied with bandages and disposable gloves.

History: Cr. Register, July, 1989, No. 403, eff. 8−1−89; am. (1), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99; CR 02−058: am. (1) Register September 2003 No. 573, eff. 10−1−03; correction in (1) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

Cos 4.05 Procedure for exposure to blood.

(1) When any patron or licensee is exposed to blood by scissors cut, razor cut, needle stick, laceration or other exposure to broken skin or a mucous membrane, the licensee shall stop, thoroughly wash the exposed area or wound on the patron’s or the licensee’s body with soap and water, and disinfect the exposed area or wound with a topical antiseptic such as

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iodine, 70% isopropyl alcohol, or 6% stabilized hydrogen peroxide or equivalent. In the case of mucous membrane exposure, the licensee shall wash or rinse the affected area with plenty of water.

(2) A licensed establishment shall post a written protocol describing the procedure for unintentional occupational exposure to bodily fluids described in sub. (1). The protocol shall be posted in a place conspicuous to licensees.

History: Cr. Register, July, 1989, No. 403, eff. 8−1−89; am. (1), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99; correction in (3) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

Cos 4.06 Precautionary procedures.

(1) A licensee shall cover any abrasions, oozing or open lesions or wounds on his or her hands or forearms prior to patron contact. If a licensee has oozing or open lesions or weeping dermatitis on his or her hands or forearms that cannot be effectively covered, the licensee shall refrain from direct patron contact until the condition has been resolved.

(2) A licensee shall use disposable protective gloves when dealing with patrons with oozing or open lesions or weeping dermatitis. These gloves shall be changed between patrons and disposed of after use. Gloves shall be removed upon completion of patron services, and hands washed after glove removal.

Note: It is recommended that licensees use protective gloves in handling caustic chemicals such as permanent waving solution and neutralizer or hair straightening preparations. The handling of these substances without protection can cause skin damage which may provide a route for infection to be transmitted to the licensee.

(3) Licensees shall carefully bag and dispose of paper products contaminated with blood and thoroughly cleanse and disinfect linens contaminated with blood in accordance with s. Cos 4.02 (6).

Note: Paper products contaminated with blood may be disposed of in the regular trash unless saturated with blood. See s. NR 526.05 (Department of Natural Resources).

History: Cr. Register, July 1989, No. 403, eff. 8−1−89; am. (2), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99; CR 05−118: am. (3) Register November 2006 No. 611, eff. 12−1−06; correction in (3) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

Cos 4.07 Ear piercing.

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Ear piercing may be performed by non−licensees, but licensees performing ear piercing shall do all of the following:

(1) Wear disposable protective gloves. These gloves shall be changed between patrons and disposed of after each use. Hands shall be washed after removal of gloves.

(2) Thoroughly wash the skin area to be pierced with soap and water or a waterless washing agent with alcohol as an active ingredient.

(3) Apply an antiseptic to the skin surface of the area to be pierced and allow the antiseptic to air dry.

Note: Iodine and Betadyne are acceptable antiseptics.

(4) Sterilize earrings, needles, or any other piercing instruments prior to insertion. Pre−sterilized earrings may be utilized.

(5) Prior to each use all other surfaces that come into contact with the skin of the patron shall be disinfected.

History: Cr. Register, July, 1989, No. 403, eff. 8−1−89; am. (intro.), (1), (3), (4) and (5), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99; CR 02−058: am. (3) to (5) Register September 2003 No. 573, eff. 10−1−03; CR 05−118: am. (intro.) and (2) Register November 2006 No. 611, eff. 12−1−06.

Cos 4.08 Waxing.

(1) Electrologists performing waxing shall have completed training in depilation by waxing in a school of electrology or a school of cosmetology consisting of not less than 8 training hours in all of the following areas:

(a) Hygiene and sterilization.

(b) Treatments with hard hot wax.

(c) Treatments with liquid strip wax.

(d) Hair removal from legs and arms, bikini and underarm hair.

(e) Removal of facial hair.

(f) Eyebrow shaping.

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(g) Post depilation treatments.

(2) Manicurists performing waxing shall have completed training in depilation by waxing in a school of cosmetology or a school of manicuring consisting of not less than 8 training hours in all of the following areas:

(a) Hygiene and sterilization.

(b) Treatments with hard hot wax.

(c) Treatments with liquid strip wax.

(d) Hair removal from the foot, lower leg, hand and forearm. (e) Post depilation treatments.

(3) Licensees performing depilation by waxing shall do all of the following:

(a) Apply a topical antiseptic to the skin surface of the area to be waxed and allow the antiseptic to air dry.

(b) Dispose of spatulas after each use.

(c) Dispose of wax and strips after each use.

History: Cr. Register, July, 1989, No. 403, eff. 8−1−89; am. (intro.), (1) and (2), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99; CR 02−058: am. (1) Register September 2003 No. 573, eff. 10−1−03; CR 05−118: renum. (intro.) to (3) to be (3) and am. (3) (a), cr. (1) and (2) Register November 2006 No. 611, eff. 12−1−06; corrections in (1) (intro.), (2) (intro.) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 6., 7., Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

Cos 4.09 Electrolysis.

Licensees performing electrolysis shall:

(1) Use sterilized needles, lancets and tweezers for each patron, in accordance with s. Cos 4.03.

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(3) Thoroughly wash the skin area to be treated with soap and water. Apply an antiseptic to the skin surface of the patron and allow the antiseptic to air dry prior to commencing electrolysis.

(4) Dispose of needles and lancets in a puncture resistant container specifically designed for disposal. Full sharps containers shall be disposed of appropriately.

History: Cr. Register, July, 1989, No. 403, eff. 8−1−89; am. (2), (3) and (4), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99; CR 02−058: am. (1), (3) and (4), cr. (3m) Register September 2003 No. 573, eff. 10−1−03; CR 05−118: r. (3m) Register November 2006 No. 611, eff. 12−1−06; correction in (1) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

Cos 4.10 Manicuring.

(1) Prior to use, all reusable manicure instruments shall be disinfected.

(2) Disinfectant used for decontamination shall be changed daily and shall be kept in a covered container.

(3) Sterilization shall be accomplished in accordance with s. Cos 4.03.

(4) Manicure instruments that cannot be cleaned and disinfected or sterilized shall be disposed of following each use.

(5) Massaging by manicurists is limited to the hand, including the forearm and elbow, and the foot, including the lower leg and knee.

History: Cr. Register, May, 1993, No. 449, eff. 6−1−93; am. (1) (a) and (b), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6−1−99; CR 02−058: r. (1) (intro.), renum. (1) (a) to (c) and (2) to be (1) to (4) and am. (1), cr. (5) Register September 2003 No. 573, eff. 10−1−03; correction in (3) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

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