Pathogens
Single-celled organisms with plant and animal characteristics are called what?
Bacteria
What federal agency regulates workplace safety?
OSHA
What is the FIRST step before disinfecting implements?
Cleaning
Tuberculosis spreads through what type of transmission?
Airborne transmission
Reusable implements must be cleaned and disinfected before and after each what?
Service
What type of pathogen includes molds, mildew, and yeast?
Fungi
What agency approves disinfectants for salon use?
EPA
Destroying most harmful microorganisms is called ________.
Disinfection
HIV is mainly spread by sharing what?
Needles
What type of alcohol is acceptable for skin contact?
Isopropyl alcohol
Organisms that live on or inside another organism are called what?
Parasites
What does SDS stand for?
Safety Data Sheet
What level of decontamination destroys ALL microbial life?
Sterilization
Pathogenic bacteria may produce what?
Disease
5.25% sodium hypochlorite is also known as what?
Household bleach
What contagious skin disease is caused by the itch mite?
Scabies
What guidelines assume all blood and body fluids are infectious?
Standard precautions
What must tools be before proper disinfection can occur?
Completely submerged
Redness, pain, and swelling caused by irritation or infection is called what?
Inflammation
If a label says “concentrate,” what must be done before use?
Diluted
Colonies of microorganisms that stick to surfaces are called what?
What law requires chemical manufacturers to provide safety information?
Hazard Communication Standard
What are disinfectants rendered in the presence of oils, creams, and dust?
Inactivated
True or False: Healthy-looking clients may still carry MRSA.
True
Quats usually disinfect implements in how many minutes?
10 minutes