Barbicide Pre Test Study Guide (A+ GUARANTEED)

What do state require regarding disinfectants used in salons? correct answers Hospital grade disinfectants EPA label on all containers of disinfectants MSDS sheets for all disinfectants on site What can barbicide be used on? correct answers Stations, shears and combs What are viruses? correct answers Influenza and HIV Hand sanitizers are appropriate for use in what situations? correct answers Prior to a manicure, at the station, encourage your client to use it as well, In between clients when there is no time to wash your hands, and after handling money, pens or other front desk multi use objects What the risk factors for bacterial / viral illness transmission? correct answers Your client Improper handwashing Taking antibiotics Improper disinfection To disinfect a wash bowl, you may use these techniques. correct answers Use a barbicide wipe, wait 2 minutes Spray with barbicide spray wait 10 minutes What is the proper mixing ratio for barbicide concentrate? correct answers 2oz with 32 oz of water How frequently should barbicide be used for submersion of item be changed. correct answers Daily or when contaminated What best describes the concept of "contact time"? correct answers The length of time a surface must stay moist with disinfectant to be effective Many clients with health conditions are at a higher risk of infection. Knowing this what should you do with all clients? correct answers Wash hands and encourage your client to wash their hands prior to a service, Demonstrate proper cleaning and disinfection in front of your client, and work to develop open communication with your clients. Using barbicide to disinfect shears requires what steps? correct answers Clean shears with soap and water, submerge in Barbicide for 10 minutes, rinse, then use Barbicide is effective against what viruses / illnesses? correct answers HIV Hepatitis B & C Influenza - including H1N1 MRSA - Staph Infection