Rule Keepers
This federal agency enforces workplace safety standards in esthetics.
OSHA
This bloodborne disease inflames the liver and can live on surfaces for months.
Hepatitis B
Pathogens are microorganisms that cause what?
Diseases
Gloves are an example of this of what?
What is PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
These items must be discarded after one use
Disposables/single-use items
OSHA requires this document for every product with hazardous ingredients.
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
This virus destroys the body’s immune system by attacking T-cells.
HIV
This type of infection affects one specific part of the body, like a boil.
A localized infection
Gloves must be worn whenever there is a chance of what?
Blood or body fluids
Autoclaves sterilize using this method
Pressurized steam/heat
If an OSHA inspector finds violations, a business may face what?
A fine or penalty
This airborne bacterial disease is spread through coughing or sneezing.
Tuberculosis (TB)
This type of infection spreads through the bloodstream or lymph.
A systemic infection
If gloves are torn during service, what must you do?
Stop immediately, replace with new gloves
Implements that cannot be immersed in liquid disinfectants should be cleaned with what?
Disinfectant wipes or sprays
Employers must provide training on bloodborne pathogens how often?
Annually
This drug-resistant staph infection can be spread through skin-to-skin contact.
MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus)
Practicing infection control & treating every client with the assumption that they are a potential carrier for an infectious disease is called what?
Universal precautions
This step must always be done before putting on gloves
Handwashing
Implements must stay immersed in disinfectant for this minimum requirement.
The manufacturer’s recommended contact time
OSHA standards exist to ensure what in the workplace?
The safety and health of employees and clients.
A disease present in a community and easily spread among individuals.
Community-acquired infection
Infection control has three levels: sanitation, disinfection, and...
Sterilization
Latex allergies make it safer to use these two types of gloves
Nitrile or vinyl gloves
Multiuse implements must be disinfected this often.
After every client service