Safety & Infection Control
What is the first step you must do on your hands before touching a client or setting up your workstation?
Washing/sanitizing your hands
What stroke is used for Area 1 of the standard 14 shaving areas?
Freehand stroke
What product is applied to the face to smoothen the skin and soften beard hair before shaving?
Shave cream
Which direction should you shave the hair during the first pass?
In the direction of hair growth
What protective items is wrapped around the client's neck to prevent hair, water, and cream from touching their skin or clothes?
A neck strip and drape cape
What specialized container must used disposable razor blades be dropped in immediately after use?
EPA-approved, puncture-proof sharps container
What angle should the razor blade be held relative to the skin surface during a shaving stroke?
30-45 degree angle
What item is placed on the client's face before shaving to open pores and soften the hair shaft?
A warm steam towel
How many shaving areas make up the full face State Board shave procedure?
14
True or False: A tool that falls on the floor during a service may be wiped off with a towel and used immediately.
False: it must be placed in dirty bin, hands sanitized, and replaced with a clean tool.
What process physically removes dirt and oil using soap and water, but does NOT kill all germs?
Sanitation (cleaning)
Which stroke position is holding the razor with the palm facing away from you and moving the stroke downward or across?
Backhand stroke
What skin condition check must be done before applying any tools or products to the client’s face?
A skin analysis (checking for cuts or infection)
What length should your shaving strokes be to maintain complete control of the blade?
Short and controlled strokes
Why must all necessary tools and products be set up and organized before bringing the client to the chair?
To prevent cross-contamination, avoid breaking contact, and maintain proper sanitation.
What chemical process destroy harmful bacteria, viruses, and fungi?
Disinfection
What stroke position is primarily used in Area 5 (under the chin) moving upward toward the neck?
Reverse freehand stroke
What product is applied after the shave to soothe the skin, close the pores, and cool irritation?
Aftershave lotion
Which shaving areas (out of the 14) are shaved using Backhand stroke?
2,6,7,9
What dry powder is applied after a shave to absorb oil and soothe irritation?
Talc powder
What mandatory safety procedure must a barber follow if a client is accidentally nicked and begins bleeding during a shave?
The Blood Exposure Procedure
Name all three standard shaving positions/strokes from State Board
Freehand, Backhand, Reverse Freehand
What is the main purpose of stretching the skin taut during a shave?
To create a flat, smooth surface so the razor glides without nicking or cutting the skin.
Area 14 is located in which specific zone?
The lower lip
What two conditions must be met for a disinfectant to be considered EPA-registered for barbering tools?
It must be bactericidal, virucidal, and fungicidal