Infection Control -part 1

The term "cleaning" means....

• a chemical process for reducing germs

• use a chemical process to help minimize the spread of disease

• a mechanical process using soap and water or detergent and water, that kills some germs

The term "sanitizing" is defined as:

• a chemical process for reducing the number of disease causing germs on a surface, to a safe level.

• a mechanical process using soap and water to remove dirt and debris.

• a chemical process for use with non-porous items , that destroys all harmful organisms.

The term disinfecting is defined as a :

• chemical process using soap and water

• a mechanical process using soap and water

• a chemical process for use on non-porous items to kill all germs EXCEPT bacterial spores.

State barber boards and other ______________ ___________require that control measures and safe work practices be applied while serving the public.

• state departments

• OSHA

• regulatory agencies

INFECTION CONTROL measures help minimize the spread of _________________________ and ________________ that are caused by the transmission of infectious material from one individual to another.

• chemical and diseases

• contagious diseases and skin infections

• bacteria and infections

Understanding and practicing proper __________________________ within the laws and rules will help safeguard your health and the health of your clients and your business.

• sanitizing

• cleaning

• infection control

Many federal and ___________ agencies regulate the practice of barbering.

• state

• state boards

• city

_____________ agencies set guidelines for the manufacturing, sales and use of equipment and chemical ingredients.

• State

• Both

• Federal

_______________ agencies regulate licensing, enforcement and your conduct when you are working in the barbershop.

• OSHA

• State

• Federal

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was created by the U.S. DEPT. of Labor to enforce safety and ___________________ to protect employees in the workplace.

• infection control

• set guidelines

• health standards