Introduction

Infection Control and Bloodborne Pathogens for Barbers is a 2-hour training which includes a quiz at the end of this presentation.  A score of 70% is required to successfully complete this training.

This training will cover the following lessons:

  • Overview of the Infectious Disease Process
    •     Influences of exposure
    •     What are bloodborne pathogens?
    •     Ways to Spread Germs / Modes of Transmission
    •     HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C,   Barber’s Itch, Scalp Ringworm, Impetigo, Head lice, Tetanus, Herpes and STIs
    •     Prevention strategies
    •     Owner responsibility
    •     Cleaning disinfecting and sterilizing implements/tools
    •     Restricted use of certain items
    •     Procedures with respect to blood, body fluids and client contact
    •     Hygienic practices
    •     Sanitary dress
    •     Sanitary facilities
    •     Food and beverage                                                                                                                                                                        •     Towel and chemical storage and MSDS
  • Product labeling