Texas Class A Barber State Board Exam Questions and Correct Answers: Complete Study Guide & Practice Test

TEXAS CLASS A BARBER STATE BOARD EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
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1. Which agency regulates barber licensing in Texas?
A. Texas Medical Board
B. Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
C. Texas Department of Health
D. Texas Workforce Commission
Rationale: The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
oversees barber licensing, examinations, and enforcement of
barber laws.
Correct Answer: B


2. Which microorganism is the most resistant to disinfectants?
A. Bacteria
B. Virus
C. Fungi
D. Bacterial spores
Rationale: Bacterial spores are highly resistant and require
sterilization or high-level disinfection.
Correct Answer: D

,3. Before servicing every client, a barber should first:
A. Wash hands thoroughly
B. Sweep the floor
C. Sharpen clippers
D. Polish mirrors
Rationale: Proper handwashing helps prevent the spread of
infectious diseases.
Correct Answer: A


4. What is the purpose of a client consultation?
A. Sell products only
B. Determine client needs and identify contraindications
C. Increase appointment time
D. Avoid discussing services
Rationale: Consultation ensures safe and satisfactory services.
Correct Answer: B


5. Which disinfectant level is required for barber tools
contaminated with blood?
A. Low-level disinfectant
B. Soap and water only
C. EPA-registered disinfectant effective against bloodborne

,pathogens
D. Alcohol wipes only
Rationale: Blood-contaminated tools require an EPA-registered
disinfectant effective against bloodborne pathogens.
Correct Answer: C


6. Which implement should never be shared without proper
disinfection?
A. Cape
B. Neck strip
C. Clippers
D. Tissue
Rationale: Clippers are reusable implements requiring cleaning
and disinfection.
Correct Answer: C


7. What is the primary purpose of a neck strip?
A. Keep the client warm
B. Prevent the cape from touching the client's skin
C. Improve haircut quality
D. Protect clothing from wrinkles
Rationale: Neck strips create a sanitary barrier.

, Correct Answer: B


8. Which skin condition is contagious and requires service
refusal?
A. Acne
B. Ringworm
C. Dry skin
D. Freckles
Rationale: Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection.
Correct Answer: B


9. What pH is considered neutral?
A. 3
B. 5
C. 7
D. 10
Rationale: A pH of 7 is neutral.
Correct Answer: C


10. Which tool removes bulk hair most efficiently?