TDLR Cosmetology Rules &
Regulations
A chemical that is a low-level disinfectant can? - ANSWER Destroy bacteria and to disinfect
implements and non-porous surfaces.
A licensee may not perform services on a client if? - ANSWER The client has a contagious
condition.
After each client, the implements shall be wiped with? - ANSWER Clean paper or fabric
towel and sprayed with either an EPA-registered bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal disinfectant, or
isopropyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, or a high-level disinfectant chlorine bleach solution.
Alcohol shall not be used to disinfect what? - ANSWER Blood or body fluids
All clean and disinfected implements and material when not is use shall be stored in a clean? -
ANSWER Dry, debris-free environment
All cosmetology establishments and licensees shall? - ANSWER Employ good hygiene habits
while providing services.
Chlorine bleach should be kept where? - ANSWER Closed covered container
Chlorine bleach solution is used for? - ANSWER Disinfect implements and non-porous
surfaces.
Chlorine bleach solution should be mixed fresh? - ANSWER At least ones per day
Clean or cleaning-- not disinfection - ANSWER Washing with liquid soap and water,
detergent, antiseptics, or other adequate methods to remove all visible debris or residue.
Continuing education hour requirements? - ANSWER 1 hour of sanitation 3 hours of any
Cosmetology topic
Cosmetology licenses, an applicant must: - ANSWER Have obtained a high school diploma
or the equivalent of a high school diploma.
Describe a high level disinfection - ANSWER 1/3 cup soak for 20 minutes
Describe a low level disinfection - ANSWER 2 teaspoons soak for 10 minutes
Disinfect or disinfection-- - ANSWER The use of chemicals to destroy pathogens on
implements and other hard, non-porous surfaces to render an item safe for handling, use, and
disposal.
Electrical equipment shall be wiped clean and? - ANSWER Disinfected prior to each use on
a client.
Hours a Cosmetologist needs to become a barber. - ANSWER 300
How often do you renew your license? - ANSWER Every 24 months/ 2 years
How often should you empty the trash. - ANSWER Daily
Regulations
A chemical that is a low-level disinfectant can? - ANSWER Destroy bacteria and to disinfect
implements and non-porous surfaces.
A licensee may not perform services on a client if? - ANSWER The client has a contagious
condition.
After each client, the implements shall be wiped with? - ANSWER Clean paper or fabric
towel and sprayed with either an EPA-registered bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal disinfectant, or
isopropyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, or a high-level disinfectant chlorine bleach solution.
Alcohol shall not be used to disinfect what? - ANSWER Blood or body fluids
All clean and disinfected implements and material when not is use shall be stored in a clean? -
ANSWER Dry, debris-free environment
All cosmetology establishments and licensees shall? - ANSWER Employ good hygiene habits
while providing services.
Chlorine bleach should be kept where? - ANSWER Closed covered container
Chlorine bleach solution is used for? - ANSWER Disinfect implements and non-porous
surfaces.
Chlorine bleach solution should be mixed fresh? - ANSWER At least ones per day
Clean or cleaning-- not disinfection - ANSWER Washing with liquid soap and water,
detergent, antiseptics, or other adequate methods to remove all visible debris or residue.
Continuing education hour requirements? - ANSWER 1 hour of sanitation 3 hours of any
Cosmetology topic
Cosmetology licenses, an applicant must: - ANSWER Have obtained a high school diploma
or the equivalent of a high school diploma.
Describe a high level disinfection - ANSWER 1/3 cup soak for 20 minutes
Describe a low level disinfection - ANSWER 2 teaspoons soak for 10 minutes
Disinfect or disinfection-- - ANSWER The use of chemicals to destroy pathogens on
implements and other hard, non-porous surfaces to render an item safe for handling, use, and
disposal.
Electrical equipment shall be wiped clean and? - ANSWER Disinfected prior to each use on
a client.
Hours a Cosmetologist needs to become a barber. - ANSWER 300
How often do you renew your license? - ANSWER Every 24 months/ 2 years
How often should you empty the trash. - ANSWER Daily
