Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 246 of 484

Which of the following is TRUE about UV light sanitizer cabinets in a California salon?

a.UV cabinets fulfill the legal disinfection requirement on their own
b.UV cabinets sterilize tools instantly
c.UV cabinets replace the EPA-registered disinfectant
d.UV cabinets may be used for clean storage but do NOT substitute for required chemical disinfection

Explanation

California regulation requires chemical disinfection in an EPA-registered product for the labeled contact time. A UV cabinet may be useful for keeping already-disinfected tools clean, but it does NOT replace the chemical disinfection step.

Law Reference: 16 CCR §979

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