Salon Safety and Sanitation Flashcards

What is an SDS (Safety Data Sheet) and where should they be kept in a salon?

Answer: A document detailing hazardous product information; must be readily accessible to all employees

A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) contains detailed information about a hazardous product including its ingredients, hazards, first aid measures, storage, and disposal. Under WHMIS, SDSs must be readily accessible to all employees who work with these products.

What is the proper disposal method for sharp objects like razor blades in a salon?

Answer: In a puncture-resistant sharps container

Used razor blades and other sharp objects must be disposed of in a puncture-resistant sharps container to prevent accidental cuts and potential blood-borne pathogen exposure. Regular garbage bags can be punctured, creating a hazard.

What are universal precautions in salon safety?

Answer: Treating all blood and body fluids as potentially infectious regardless of the source

Universal precautions are an infection control approach that treats all human blood and certain body fluids as if they are known to be infectious. This means always wearing gloves when exposed to blood, regardless of the client's known health status.

What is the minimum required contact time for most salon disinfectants to be effective?

Answer: 10 minutes or as specified by the manufacturer

Most salon disinfectants require a minimum contact time of 10 minutes to effectively kill pathogens, though the exact time varies by product and must follow the manufacturer's instructions. Tools must remain fully immersed for the entire specified time.

Why is proper ventilation important in a salon?

Answer: To disperse chemical fumes, reduce inhalation exposure, maintain air quality, and comply with health regulations

Proper ventilation is essential in salons to remove chemical fumes and vapours from products like colour, lightener, relaxers, and disinfectants. Prolonged inhalation exposure can cause respiratory problems, headaches, and other health issues.

What is the correct way to store chemical products in a salon?

Answer: In a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from heat, in original labelled containers, separated by type

Chemical products must be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and direct sunlight. They should remain in their original labelled containers, be separated by type (oxidizers away from reducers), and be secured from unauthorized access.