What is the highest level of decontamination that destroys all microbial life including spores? - Sterilization, What is the purpose of disinfecting tools in a salon or barbershop? - To kill most bacteria, viruses, and fungi on non-porous surfaces, How often should disinfectant solutions be changed - Daily or when visibly contaminated, What type of surface requires sterilization rather than disinfection? - Surgical instruments that penetrate the skin, Why should hands be washed before and after servicing a client? - To remove germs and prevent cross-contamination, What is the first step in cleaning reusable tools? - Remove visible debris with soap and water, What is the correct concentration for an EPA-registered hospital disinfectant? - Follow the manufacturer’s instructions, What is the difference between sanitation, disinfection, and sterilization? - Sanitation reduces germs, disinfection kills most pathogens, sterilization kills all pathogens including spores, What type of gloves should be worn when mixing chemicals for disinfection? - Nitrile or chemical-resistant gloves, Why is it important to store disinfected tools in a clean, covered container? - To prevent recontamination, How should multi-use tools be cleaned after use? - Clean with soap and water, then disinfect, Can alcohol alone sterilize tools? - No alcohol is a disinfectant , What is an example of a porous item in a salon? - Towels or pumice stones, What is the main cause of cross-contamination in a salon? - Contact between contaminated surfaces, tools, or hands and clean surfaces, Why should salon professionals avoid touching their face while working? - To prevent transferring germs to clients, What is a common disinfectant used for metal tools? - Barbicide or EPA-registered hospital disinfectant, What is the difference between pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria? - Pathogenic bacteria cause disease; non-pathogenic bacteria are harmless, How should blood spills be handled in the salon? - Use gloves, clean with disposable paper towels, then disinfect with an, What is the recommended duration for washing hands? - 20 seconds, What type of bacteria can survive without oxygen? - Anaerobic bacteria, Why are disposable items preferred for certain salon services - To prevent cross-contamination, What is the difference between cleaning and disinfecting? - Cleaning removes debris; disinfecting kills germs, How should disinfectants be applied to tools? - Fully immerse tools according to manufacturer instructions,  Can hand sanitizers replace handwashing - No, not when hands are visibly dirty, What is an example of a non-pathogenic virus - Certain bacteriophages, Why is it important to wear gloves when cleaning tools - To protect hands from chemicals and germs, What is the main purpose of an EPA-registered disinfectant - kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces, How should a salon professional handle a cut or wound - Cover with a bandage and wear gloves, What type of microorganism causes ringworm? - Fungus, Why should brushes and combs be cleaned after each client? - remove hair, dirt, and microbes, What is the role of antiseptics - To reduce germs on the skin, How long should disinfected tools remain in contact with the disinfectant - As recommended by the manufacturer, usually 10–30 minutes, Can bacteria develop resistance to disinfectants - Yes, if disinfectants are not used correctly, What is the first action to take if a client experiences a cut during a service - Stop the service and apply first aid, What is the difference between acute and chronic infections - Acute infections appear quickly and are severe; chronic infections develop, Why is it important to follow manufacturer instructions on disinfectants - To ensure safety and effectiveness, How should towels be handled in a salon? - Washed in hot water and stored clean, What is a biohazard? - Any substance that poses a risk to human health, such as blood or body fluids, What does “cross-contamination” mean in a salon context - Transfer of pathogens from one surface, client, or tool to another, How should chemical disinfectants be stored - In a labeled, closed container away from heat or sunlight, Why is it important to disinfect countertops and workstations daily? - reduce the presence of harmful microorganisms, What is the difference between virus and bacteria - Viruses require a host to reproduce; bacteria can grow independently, How should sharp objects be handled after use? - Placed in a puncture-resistant container, Can fungi survive on improperly disinfected tools? - yes, What is the role of personal protective equipment (PPE)? - To protect the professional from exposure to pathogens and chemicals, Why should disinfectants never be mixed with other chemicals? - It can create toxic fumes, What is an example of a bloodborne pathogen - Hepatitis B virus (HBV), How should tools contaminated with blood be disinfected - Clean with soap and water, then immerse in an EPA-registered disinfectant, Why is it important to have a sanitation log in a salon? - To document cleaning and disinfection practices, What is the difference between an antiseptic and a disinfectant? - Antiseptics are safe for skin; disinfectants are for surfaces and tools,

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