TEXAS MANICURIST WRITTEN STATE BOARD
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS
2026/2027
Instructions: This practice exam contains multiple-choice questions covering the core content
domains tested on the Texas Manicurist Written State Board Examination (TDLR). Topics
include Texas laws and rules, infection control and disinfection, nail anatomy and disorders,
manicure and pedicure procedures, and chemical safety.
1. According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
(TDLR), how many hours of educational training are required for a
Manicurist candidate to become licensed?
A. 300 hours
B. 600 hours
C. 1000 hours
D. 1500 hours
Correct Answer: B — 600 hours
,Rationale: The TDLR mandates that manicurist candidates complete
600 hours of educational training at a Board-approved institution
before they are eligible to take the licensing examination.
2. What is the minimum accuracy rate required to pass the Texas
Manicurist Written State Board Exam?
A. 60%
B. 65%
C. 70%
D. 75%
Correct Answer: C — 70%
Rationale: The Texas State Board of Cosmetology requires a 70%
accuracy rate to pass the written examination for manicurists.
3. According to the Texas Administrative Code, which of the following is
a requirement for an establishment providing manicure services?
,A. A wet disinfectant soaking container for tools and implements
B. An identifiable sign with the owner's name
C. Two covered trash containers
D. A dedicated sterilization room
Correct Answer: A — A wet disinfectant soaking container for tools and
implements
Rationale: Under 16 TAC §83.71(g)(4), each establishment must have a
wet disinfectant soaking container, large enough to fully immerse tools
and implements.
4. Which agency is responsible for approving registered disinfectants
used in Texas nail salons?
A. TDLR
B. OSHA
C. EPA
D. FDA
Correct Answer: C — EPA
, Rationale: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible
for registering and approving disinfectants. Salons must use EPA-
registered disinfectants according to manufacturer directions.
5. What is the first step that should be performed before disinfecting
implements?
A. Sterilizing
B. Rinsing
C. Cleaning
D. Soaking
Correct Answer: C — Cleaning
Rationale: Cleaning is the first step in the decontamination process. All
visible debris must be removed from implements before disinfection
can occur. Disinfectants are ineffective in the presence of visible debris.
6. How often should disinfectant solutions used for implement
immersion be prepared?
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS
2026/2027
Instructions: This practice exam contains multiple-choice questions covering the core content
domains tested on the Texas Manicurist Written State Board Examination (TDLR). Topics
include Texas laws and rules, infection control and disinfection, nail anatomy and disorders,
manicure and pedicure procedures, and chemical safety.
1. According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
(TDLR), how many hours of educational training are required for a
Manicurist candidate to become licensed?
A. 300 hours
B. 600 hours
C. 1000 hours
D. 1500 hours
Correct Answer: B — 600 hours
,Rationale: The TDLR mandates that manicurist candidates complete
600 hours of educational training at a Board-approved institution
before they are eligible to take the licensing examination.
2. What is the minimum accuracy rate required to pass the Texas
Manicurist Written State Board Exam?
A. 60%
B. 65%
C. 70%
D. 75%
Correct Answer: C — 70%
Rationale: The Texas State Board of Cosmetology requires a 70%
accuracy rate to pass the written examination for manicurists.
3. According to the Texas Administrative Code, which of the following is
a requirement for an establishment providing manicure services?
,A. A wet disinfectant soaking container for tools and implements
B. An identifiable sign with the owner's name
C. Two covered trash containers
D. A dedicated sterilization room
Correct Answer: A — A wet disinfectant soaking container for tools and
implements
Rationale: Under 16 TAC §83.71(g)(4), each establishment must have a
wet disinfectant soaking container, large enough to fully immerse tools
and implements.
4. Which agency is responsible for approving registered disinfectants
used in Texas nail salons?
A. TDLR
B. OSHA
C. EPA
D. FDA
Correct Answer: C — EPA
, Rationale: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible
for registering and approving disinfectants. Salons must use EPA-
registered disinfectants according to manufacturer directions.
5. What is the first step that should be performed before disinfecting
implements?
A. Sterilizing
B. Rinsing
C. Cleaning
D. Soaking
Correct Answer: C — Cleaning
Rationale: Cleaning is the first step in the decontamination process. All
visible debris must be removed from implements before disinfection
can occur. Disinfectants are ineffective in the presence of visible debris.
6. How often should disinfectant solutions used for implement
immersion be prepared?
