Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 43, October 25, 2024
Section 64-80-7 - Housekeeping Standards7.1. All body piercing studio businesses shall meet the following criteria: 7.1.a. All areas shall be kept neat, clean and in good repair;7.1.b. All surfaces and equipment (chairs, work stations, counters, client recliners or dispensers) in the procedure area shall be made of smooth, non absorbent, non-porous material that can withstand repeated disinfection;7.1.c. An Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered disinfectant or germicide (iodophor, phenolic, or alcohol containing germicide, or a 1:100 dilution of 5.25% household bleach and water which equals two (2) tablespoons of bleach in one (1) quart of water) shall be used after cleaning to disinfect any surface contaminated with blood or body fluids;7.1.d. All facilities shall have the waiting area separated from the workstations and the cleaning room or area. A public restroom shall be available to clients during all business hours;7.1.e. The cleaning room or area shall be set up in a manner to provide distinct, separate areas for cleaning equipment, and for the handling and storage of sterilized equipment. The cleaning area sink shall be reserved for instrument cleaning only and shall not be used as a janitorial sink;7.1.f. Large capacity ultrasonic cleaning units shall be clearly labeled biohazardous and placed away from the sterilizer and workstations. All ultrasonic cleaners shall be cleaned and maintained according to manufacturer's specifications;7.1.g. Adequate foot-operated receptacles shall be provided in each workstation for disposal of trash and debris;7.1.h. Each work station shall have a Director approved sharps container that is rigid, puncture proof, leak proof and red in color for disposal of sharp objects that come into contact with blood or body fluids;7.1.i. The procedure area and client chair or table shall be wiped down with an EPA registered disinfectant or germicide using a single-use paper towel before and after serving each client;7.1.j. All germicides and disinfectants must be used according to manufacturer's recommendations;7.1.k. All chemicals shall be properly labeled and stored; and7.1.l. Pets or other animals are not be permitted in the facility. Trained guide or assistance animals for the disabled and fish in aquariums in the waiting area are permitted in the facility.