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Question 1
What is the correct term for the process that destroys ALL microbial life, including spores?
Answer: Sterilization. It is the highest level of decontamination and eliminates every form of microbial life.
Question 2
What level of decontamination is required for non-critical salon tools that only contact intact skin?
Answer: Sanitation (low-level decontamination). Tools that touch only intact skin require sanitizing, not full disinfection.
Question 3
Which type of disinfectant is most commonly used in Florida cosmetology salons to disinfect non-porous implements?
Answer: EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectants, such as quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) or phenolic disinfectants, are most commonly used.
Question 4
What is the correct bleach-to-water dilution ratio used to disinfect salon implements in Florida?
Answer: A 1:10 ratio (1 part bleach to 9 parts water) is used for sodium hypochlorite disinfection of salon implements.
Question 5
How long must a non-porous implement be fully immersed in an EPA-registered disinfectant to be considered properly disinfected?
Answer: The implement must be fully immersed for the time specified on the disinfectant label, typically 10 minutes.