CHS Sanitation, Safety & Client Consultation 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which disinfectant concentration of isopropyl alcohol is considered effective for sanitizing salon implements?
- 50%
- 70% (Correct answer)
- 90%
- 99%
Correct answer: 70%
70% isopropyl alcohol is the most effective concentration because it allows slower evaporation, giving it more time to kill pathogens.
Question 2: A client arrives with an open sore on their scalp. What is the correct protocol?
- Apply antiseptic and proceed with the service
- Refer the client to a physician and decline the service (Correct answer)
- Cover the sore with petroleum jelly and continue
- Perform the service using gloves only
Correct answer: Refer the client to a physician and decline the service
Stylists must decline services on clients with open sores or infectious conditions and refer them to a medical professional.
Question 3: What does the term 'bacteriostatic' mean in the context of salon disinfectants?
- Kills all bacteria on contact
- Destroys bacterial spores
- Inhibits bacterial growth without necessarily killing them (Correct answer)
- Removes visible bacteria from surfaces
Correct answer: Inhibits bacterial growth without necessarily killing them
Bacteriostatic agents slow or stop bacterial growth but do not kill the bacteria outright, unlike bactericidal agents.
Question 4: How long should metal implements typically remain submerged in an EPA-registered disinfectant solution?
- 1 minute
- 5 minutes
- 10 minutes (Correct answer)
- 30 minutes
Correct answer: 10 minutes
Most EPA-registered disinfectants require a 10-minute contact time to effectively disinfect metal salon tools.
Question 5: During a client consultation, a stylist notices the client has previously had an allergic reaction to a hair dye. What should be done before applying a new color?
- Apply a small amount to the scalp and wait 5 minutes
- Perform a patch test 24–48 hours before service (Correct answer)
- Dilute the dye with conditioner to reduce risk
- Skip the color service entirely in all cases
Correct answer: Perform a patch test 24–48 hours before service
A patch (predisposition) test performed 24–48 hours prior to coloring detects potential allergic reactions.
Question 6: Which of the following is a common OSHA requirement for salon chemical safety?
- Post a no-smoking sign near reception
- Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all hazardous chemicals (Correct answer)
- Wear a surgical mask when greeting clients
- Store all chemicals in the refrigerator
Correct answer: Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all hazardous chemicals
OSHA requires Safety Data Sheets (formerly MSDS) to be accessible for every hazardous chemical used in the salon.
Question 7: What is the primary purpose of a consultation card (client intake form) in a salon?
- To collect payment information before service
- To document client history, preferences, and potential contraindications (Correct answer)
- To track the stylist's service time per client
- To log product inventory usage per appointment
Correct answer: To document client history, preferences, and potential contraindications
Consultation cards record health history, allergies, previous chemical services, and style preferences to ensure safe and personalized services.
CHS Sanitation, Safety & Client Consultation 2
Which disinfectant concentration of isopropyl alcohol is considered effective for sanitizing salon implements?