Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 383 of 484
Why is a UV (ultraviolet) cabinet not acceptable as a disinfection method on its own in California salons?
a.Because UV light is too expensive for salons
b.Because UV light is not recognized by the BBC as an EPA-registered disinfectant; it may be used only for storage of already-disinfected tools
c.Because UV cabinets are illegal to own in California
d.Because UV light is too dangerous to operate
Explanation
Per 16 CCR §979, only EPA-registered, hospital-grade liquid disinfectants meet the legal requirement. UV cabinets are not approved disinfectants because uneven exposure and lack of contact penetration prevent reliable kill rates; they may only be used as clean storage.
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