Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 183 of 484
Which level of decontamination is REQUIRED for multi-use salon tools between clients in California?
a.Sanitization only
b.Sterilization
c.Disinfection with an EPA-registered product
d.Rinsing with hot water
Explanation
Salons must disinfect multi-use tools using an EPA-registered hospital-grade product. Sterilization (which kills spores) is not required for salon practice, and sanitization alone is not sufficient between clients.
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