SCIENTIFIC CONCEPTS

Question 1

Which of the following is a mechanical process?

Answer 1

Cleaning

Question 2

In 2012, along with representatives from most nations participating in the United Nations, OSHA agreed to comply with which of the following?

Answer 2

The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals System

Question 3

According to your text, the GHS gives workers the right to _____.

Answer 3

Understand safety concerns associated with chemicals

Question 4

As of June 2015, federal and state laws require manufacturers to supply a(n) _____ for all chemical products manufactured and sold.

Answer 4

SDS

Question 5

Which item is included in the “Identification” section of the MSDS?

Answer 5

Restrictions on product use

Question 6

OSHA and state regulatory agencies require that SDSs be _____.

Answer 6

kept available in the salon for all products used in the salon

Question 7

Chemical products that destroy all bacteria, fungi, and viruses (but not spores) on surfaces are known as _____.

Answer 7

disinfectants

Question 8

Which agency is responsible for designating disinfecting agents as being effective enough to be used in a hospital setting and effective for cleaning blood and body fluids?

Answer 8

EPA

Question 9

What is a safe and useful type of disinfectant, commonly called quats?

Answer 9

Quaternary ammonium compounds

Question 10

State regulatory agencies _____.

Answer 10

create the rules that determine how laws are applied

Question 11

Laws are also called _____.

Answer 11

statutes

Question 12

Invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogenic bacteria can result in a(n) _____.

Answer 12

infection

Question 13

Which action is best defined as removing all visible dirt and debris from tools, implements, and equipment by washing them with soap and water?

Answer 13

Cleaning

Question 14

One-celled microorganisms with both plant and animal characteristics are known as _____.

Answer 14

bacteria

Question 15

Nonpathogenic bacteria are _____.

Answer 15

harmless

Question 16

If an exposure incident should occur, all disposable contaminated objects should be _____.

Answer 16

Placed in a plastic bag which is then placed in a closed trash container with a liner bag

Question 17

Which scenario is an example of an exposure incident?

Answer 17

A cosmetologist cuts herself while providing a service to a client.

Question 18

When hand washing, it is essential to rub hands together for a minimum of how long?

Answer 18

20 seconds

Question 19

Specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard is called _____.

Answer 19

personal protective equipment

Question 20

_____ gloves are considered the best choice for nail services because they are made of more durable material and help eliminate the possibility of latex allergy.

Answer 20

Nitrile

Question 21

Standard Precautions that require the employer and employee to assume that all human blood and body fluids are potentially infectious are published by the _____.

Answer 21

CDC

Question 22

Which statement describes the proper use of waterless hand sanitizers in the salon?

Answer 22

They can be used AFTER soap and water but cannot be substituted for soap and water.

Question 23

Chemical germicides formulated for use on skin and registered and regulated by the FDA are called _____.

Answer 23

antiseptics

Question 24

Which substances work to break down stubborn films and remove the residue of pedicure products such as scrubs, salts, and masks?

Answer 24

Chelating soaps

Question 25

Which foot spa has been scrutinized because disease-causing microorganisms tend to grow inside?

Answer 25

Whirlpool foot spa

Question 26

Which statement best describes UV sanitizers?

Answer 26

They do not disinfect nor do they sterilize.