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Question 1
What are the three levels of decontamination used in cosmetology, listed from lowest to highest level of microbial destruction?
Answer: Sanitation (lowest), disinfection (middle), and sterilization (highest). Each level destroys a progressively greater number and type of microorganisms.
Question 2
What does sanitation accomplish in a cosmetology setting?
Answer: Sanitation significantly reduces the number of pathogens on a surface but does not kill all microorganisms. It is the lowest level of decontamination.
Question 3
Which level of decontamination is required for tools and implements used in New York cosmetology salons on intact skin?
Answer: Disinfection is required for tools used on intact skin. It destroys most harmful microorganisms but not necessarily all spores.
Question 4
What is sterilization and why is it not routinely required in cosmetology salons?
Answer: Sterilization destroys all microbial life including spores. It is not routinely required in salons because cosmetology tools typically do not penetrate the skin, making disinfection sufficient.
Question 5
What type of disinfectant is most commonly used in New York cosmetology salons to disinfect non-porous implements?
Answer: EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectants are most commonly used. They must be effective against bacteria, fungi, and viruses including HIV and hepatitis B.