Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 217 of 484
If a comb falls onto the floor mid-service, the cosmetologist should:
a.Wipe it on a clean towel and continue
b.Spray it with hand sanitizer and continue
c.Set it aside as soiled and use a clean, disinfected comb to finish the service
d.Rinse it under running water and continue
Explanation
A tool that drops to the floor is considered soiled. It must be set aside for cleaning and disinfection, and a clean disinfected replacement used to finish the service.
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