Free Barber License Exam: Sanitation & Safety Practice Test (2026)

100 questions · 90 min · 70% to pass

100 Questions · 90 Minutes · 70% to Pass

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Sample Questions

Question 1

Which level of infection control is required for non-critical tools like combs and brushes used in barbering?

Answer: Intermediate or low-level disinfection. These tools contact only intact skin and require EPA-registered disinfectants.

Question 2

What is the term for the process that destroys ALL microbial life, including bacterial spores?

Answer: Sterilization. It is the highest level of infection control and is achieved through methods such as autoclaving.

Question 3

What is the difference between bactericidal and virucidal disinfectants?

Answer: Bactericidal disinfectants kill bacteria, while virucidal disinfectants kill viruses. Many salon-grade disinfectants are both.

Question 4

What does the term 'fungicidal' mean in the context of disinfectants?

Answer: Fungicidal means the disinfectant is capable of destroying fungi, including molds and mildews.

Question 5

What term describes the lowest level of infection control that removes dirt and debris but does NOT kill pathogens?

Answer: Sanitation (cleaning). It reduces the number of germs on a surface but does not eliminate them.