PSI EXAM REVIEW CH.5 INFECTION
CONTROL: PRINCIPLES & PRACTICES
Q&A
List the steps for cleaning and disinfecting whirlpool, air-jet, pipeless foot spas after
each client. - Answer--Always put on gloves & safety glasses
-Drain all water from pedicure basin
-(using liquid soap & warm water) Remove/Scrub covers from the impellers or any
other removable components according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
*more info Milady-book
what is the primary purpose of regulatory agencies? - Answer-It is to protect salon
professionals & their clients health & safety while they receive salon services.
What is an SDS? Where can you get these? - Answer-a Safety Data Sheet can be
obtained from the chemical product manufacturers/distributers for each professional
product that is used.
Four types of microorganisms that are pertinent to cosmetology - Answer-1. Bacteria
2. Viruses
3.Fungi
4. Parasites
What is a contagious disease? - Answer-It is when spread from one person to
another person.
(also known as communicable disease)
Is HIV a risk in the salon? Why or why not? - Answer-HIV is a risk on the salon b/c
continuing to use a contaminated implement w/o cleaning & disinfecting, puts us &
others at risk.
What is a complete immersion? - Answer-Complete immersion means there is
enough liquid in the container to cover all surfaces of the item being disinfected,
including the handles, for 10 min or for the time recommended by the manufacturer
List 6 safety tips to follow when using disinfectants. - Answer-1.Follow manufacturers
instructions
2.Keep SDS on hand for disinfectants you use
3.Avoid skin and Eye contact
4.Carefully measure and use disinfectants products according to label instructions
5.Keep disinfectants out of reach of children
6.Add disinfectants to water when diluting to prevent foaming, which can result in an
incorrect missing ratio
How do you know an item can be disinfected? - Answer-Knowing what are Multiuse
(reusable) Items & Single-use
CONTROL: PRINCIPLES & PRACTICES
Q&A
List the steps for cleaning and disinfecting whirlpool, air-jet, pipeless foot spas after
each client. - Answer--Always put on gloves & safety glasses
-Drain all water from pedicure basin
-(using liquid soap & warm water) Remove/Scrub covers from the impellers or any
other removable components according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
*more info Milady-book
what is the primary purpose of regulatory agencies? - Answer-It is to protect salon
professionals & their clients health & safety while they receive salon services.
What is an SDS? Where can you get these? - Answer-a Safety Data Sheet can be
obtained from the chemical product manufacturers/distributers for each professional
product that is used.
Four types of microorganisms that are pertinent to cosmetology - Answer-1. Bacteria
2. Viruses
3.Fungi
4. Parasites
What is a contagious disease? - Answer-It is when spread from one person to
another person.
(also known as communicable disease)
Is HIV a risk in the salon? Why or why not? - Answer-HIV is a risk on the salon b/c
continuing to use a contaminated implement w/o cleaning & disinfecting, puts us &
others at risk.
What is a complete immersion? - Answer-Complete immersion means there is
enough liquid in the container to cover all surfaces of the item being disinfected,
including the handles, for 10 min or for the time recommended by the manufacturer
List 6 safety tips to follow when using disinfectants. - Answer-1.Follow manufacturers
instructions
2.Keep SDS on hand for disinfectants you use
3.Avoid skin and Eye contact
4.Carefully measure and use disinfectants products according to label instructions
5.Keep disinfectants out of reach of children
6.Add disinfectants to water when diluting to prevent foaming, which can result in an
incorrect missing ratio
How do you know an item can be disinfected? - Answer-Knowing what are Multiuse
(reusable) Items & Single-use
