Barbicide Pre Test Study Guide
Exam – questions & Answers
What do state require regarding disinfectants used in salons? - -Hospital
grade disinfectants
EPA label on all containers of disinfectants
MSDS sheets for all disinfectants on site
-What can barbicide be used on? - -Stations, shears and combs
-What are viruses? - -Influenza and HIV
-Hand sanitizers are appropriate for use in what situations? - -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? - -Your client
Improper handwashing
Taking antibiotics
Improper disinfection
-To disinfect a wash bowl, you may use these techniques. - -Use a barbicide
wipe, wait 2 minutes
Spray with barbicide spray wait 10 minutes
-What is the proper mixing ratio for barbicide concentrate? - -2oz with 32 oz
of water
-How frequently should barbicide be used for submersion of item be
changed. - -Daily or when contaminated
-What best describes the concept of "contact time"? - -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? - -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? - -Clean shears
with soap and water, submerge in Barbicide for 10 minutes, rinse, then use
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