TDLR Esthetics Laws and Regulations
After each client, multiple use - correct answer-Such as metal tweezers and
comedone-extractors shall be cleaned and disinfected
All clean and disinfected implements and materials shall be stored - correct answer-In a
clean, dry, debris-free environment including drawers, cases, tool belts, rolling trays, or hung
from hooks. Must be stored separate from soiled implements and materials. Ultraviolet
electrical sanitizers are permissible for use as a dry storage container. Non-cosmetology
related supplies must be stored in separate drawers or locations
All current licenses may be posted: - correct answer-at the licensee's workstation in public
view or made available in a notebook at the salon reception desk
All establishments and licensees shall use - correct answer-clean and disinfected
equipment, tools, implements, and supplies, and shall employ good hygiene habits while
providing services
All wax pots - correct answer-shall be cleaned and disinfected in accordance with
manufacturer's recommendations. No applicators should be left standing in the wax at any
time and wax may not be reused under any circumstances
Any non-porous instrument comes in contact with blood or body fluids - correct
answer-Immediately cleaned and disinfected with EPA hospital grade, tubercluocidal, or
totally immersed in 10% bleach solution for 5 minutes
Any porous instrument that comes in contact with blood or body fluids - correct
answer-Immediately double-bagged and discarded in a closed trash container or biohazard
box
Applicators shall not be re-dipped in product; other procedures to avoid cross contamination
are - correct answer-1. Disposing of the remaining product before beginning services on
each client
2. Using a single-use disposable implement to apply product and disposing of such
implement after use
3. Using an applicator bottle to apply the product
Beauty schools are inspected: - correct answer-At least twice per year
Blood and Body Fluid Cleanup and Disinfection - correct answer-Add one and three-quarters
( 1 3/4) cups of household (5.25%) bleach to one gallon of water. Also referred to as 10%
bleach solution
Blood can carry many pathogens - correct answer-which is why licensees should never
touch a client's open sore or wound. Powdered alum, styptic powder, or a cyanoacrylate
(liquid bandage) may be used to contract the skin to stop minor bleeding and should be
, applied to the open area with a disposable cotton-tipped instrument that is immediately
discarded after application
Blood or body fluid contact on surface areas (tables, chairs, or the floor) - correct answer-An
EPA-registered hospital grade disinfectant, a tuberculocidal disinfectant, or a 10% bleach
solution (1 3/4) cups of household (5.25%) bleach to one gallon of water, shall be used per
manufacturer's instructions immediately to clean up all visible blood or body fluids
Chlorine bleach at the appropriate concentration is - correct answer-An effective disinfectant
for all purposes in a salon
Chlorine bleach may affect the use of scissors and other sharp objects - correct
answer-Leave only in for 2 minutes, or 5 minutes for disinfecting for blood contamination
Chlorine bleach shall be kept - correct answer-In a closed or covered container and not
exposed to sunlight
Chlorine bleach solutions shall be - correct answer-Mixed daily
Chlorine bleach solutions: - correct answer-Chemical used to destroy bacteria and to
disinfect implements and non-porous surfaces; solution should be mixed fresh at least once
per day. There are 3 categories
Chlorine bleach vapors might react with vapors from other chemicals - correct
answer-Bleach shall not be placed or stored near other chemicals used in salons (acrylic
monomers, alcohol, or other disinfecting products) or near flame
Clean or cleansing - correct answer-Washing with liquid soap and water, detergent,
antiseptics, or other adequate methods to remove all visible debris or residue. Not
disinfection
Current photograph of the licensee should be: - correct answer-1 1/2 inches by 1 1/2 inches
Disinfect or disinfection - correct answer-The use of chemicals to destroy pathogens on
implements and other hard, non-porous surfaces render an item safe for handling, use, and
disposal
Disinfectant: - correct answer-An EPA-registered bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal
disinfectant used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, or a chlorine bleach
solution
Disinfectants in which implements are to immersed: - correct answer-Shall be prepared fresh
daily or more often if solution becomes diluted or soiled
Disinfectants shall always be used: - correct answer-In accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendation or other guidance
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