Section 2-1 - Infection Control and Safety Standards, adopted from the National Interstate Council of Cosmetology and Barbering (NIC) (a) Wet disinfection and storage standards. - (i) Prior to use on any client, all non-porous tools and implements or multi-use items must be cleaned AND disinfected. Items must be cleaned with soap and warm water or a chemical cleaner. The items must then be disinfected by complete immersion in an EPA registered, bactericidal, virucidal, fungicidal (Formulated for Hospitals) disinfectant that is mixed and used according to the manufacturer's directions. Note: Items that are porous are not able to be disinfected and must be disposed of after each use.
- (ii) Items MUST stay immersed or visibly moist with disinfectant for the entire contact time listed on the manufacturer's label to be effective.
- (iii) All disinfectant solution must be changed per the manufacturer's label or sooner if contaminated.
(b) Dry storage standards. - (i) Disinfected implements must be stored in a disinfected, dry covered container and be isolated from contaminants. At no time can these items come into contact with used/dirty items.
(c) Hand washing. - (i) Thoroughly wash hands and the exposed portions of arms with soap and water before providing services to each client and after, smoking, drinking, eating, and using the restroom.