Sanitation, Safety & Infection Control Flashcards

Which federal agency regulates the safety of cosmetic products sold in the United States?

Answer: FDA

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates cosmetic product safety and labeling in the U.S.

A client has pediculosis capitis. What should the cosmetologist do?

Answer: Decline the service and disinfect all areas the client contacted

Pediculosis (head lice) is a parasitic infestation requiring the service to be refused and all contact surfaces to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.

What is the correct order of steps when cleaning and disinfecting a reusable metal implement?

Answer: Clean with soap and water, rinse, then fully immerse in disinfectant

Implements must be cleaned with soap and water first to remove debris, then rinsed and fully immersed in an EPA-registered disinfectant solution.

Which of the following is an example of a non-pathogenic microorganism?

Answer: Lactobacillus acidophilus

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a beneficial (non-pathogenic) bacterium found in the gut, while the others are known pathogens.

When should a cosmetologist perform a patch test before a chemical service?

Answer: 24 to 48 hours before every chemical service

A predisposition (patch) test should be performed 24–48 hours before every chemical service to detect potential allergic reactions.

What is the primary purpose of an autoclave in a salon setting?

Answer: To sterilize implements by destroying all microbial life including spores

An autoclave uses pressurized steam heat to achieve sterilization—the complete destruction of all microorganisms, including spores.

Which type of infection originates within the body due to reduced immunity rather than an external source?

Answer: Opportunistic infection

Opportunistic infections are caused by organisms normally harmless that become pathogenic when the host's immune system is compromised.