General Concepts
What is the study of microorganisms called?
Microbiology
True or False-
Strep throat is not caused by a virus
TRUE
it is caused by bacteria
What destroys all microbial life?
Sterilization
Which government agency regulates workplace safety?
OSHA
What is the correct water temperature for washing hands? warm, hot, or cold?
Warm water – lather for 20 seconds
What is the most common way diseases spread in salons?
Through dirty hands / not washing hands
What type of microorganism can only survive by taking over other cells?
Virus
What type of disinfectant is most commonly used in salons?
EPA-registered, broad-spectrum disinfectants
Which agency registers all disinfectants used in the U.S.?
EPA-Environmental Protection Agency
Implements that come into contact with blood or bodily fluids must be cleaned and then…
Disinfected with EPA-registered hospital-grade solution or sterilized
Name the three levels of infection control
Sanitation, disinfection, sterilization
What is the difference between respiratory droplets and airborne transmission?
Respiratory droplets do not stay in the air as long
True or False: UV light sanitizers are effective disinfectants.
False – they sanitize, but don’t disinfect tools properly
Who issues cosmetology licenses in Texas?
TDLR – Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
What does “nonporous” mean when referring to tools?
Surface that cannot absorb liquid, like metal, glass, hard plastic
Preventing the spread of infection and disease is easy when you know _________
the Proper procedures to follow
TRUE OR FALSE-Most strains of staphylococci make us very ill
Staphylococci
What is the proper contact time for most disinfectants?
10 minutes, unless label states otherwise
What does “universal precautions” mean?
Treating all blood and bodily fluids as if infected
What is the difference between single-use and multi-use implements?
Single-use = disposable; multi-use = disinfect-able
What agency requires SDS (Safety Data Sheets) for all chemical products?
OSHA
Mildew is a type of _______
Fungi
What are the three requirements of disinfectants used in salons, barbershops, and spas?
They must be-
Virucidal
Fungicidal
Bactericidal
What should be done if a client is accidentally cut and bleeding?
Stop service, put on gloves, clean wound, apply antiseptic, bandage, disinfect area, dispose of contaminated materials properly
What is the first step when preparing to disinfect implements after use?
Wash with soap and warm water to remove debris