disinfectant solution always remain at an effective level. In saying this, always remember to wash all products to be disinfected with soap and water. If you attempt to disinfect
soiled implements, the solution may become too weak to do an effective job.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
■ Section 2 : Is the characteristics both physical and chemical of the product in general. These characteristics include but are not limited to physical state (liquid or solid), odor appearances like smell and color of product. ■ Section 3 : Is fire and explosion hazard information on the product. Usually the fire/flame point will be listed and the level of danger to which this product will burn. Also, the extinguishing procedures are listed here in case there is a need to control a chemical fire as a result of this product. ■ Section 4 : Is the reactivity data section. This section lists chemical(s), which this product must not come in contact with to ensure the product remains stable. ■ Section 5: Lists the health hazards and if special precautions need to be followed. This section discusses or lists exposure concerns and first aid procedures to follow in case of an accident. ■ Section 6 : Lists control and protective measures that will need to be followed to ensure safe use of the product or chemical. ■ Section 7 : Are control measures and precautions on the product. Safe handling is necessary to ensure that accidents are minimized. Waste disposal is also listed in this area. ■ Section 8 : Is the regulatory information for the product. A listing of active ingredients that must be reported and a record maintained on file (M.S.D.S.).
Remember that disinfectants are industrial strength cleaners that are powerful and can be harmful if used improperly. Never use a disinfectant to clean your hands. This is an unsafe practice and can cause skin disease. You should wear protective equipment such as gloves and safety goggles while mixing chemicals for disinfection control. Use soaking baskets and tongs to insert and remove equipment in disinfectant solutions. Always remember to clearly mark containers that are used for storing disinfectants. Look at the following definitions: ● Sanitation: Is the process of reducing the levels of pathogens found on a surface. While the surface may be clean, there are still many microorganisms residing on the surface. ● Material Safety Data Sheet (M.S.D.S.) : Every chemical used in the United States must have an M.S.D.S. report developed by the manufacturer that developed the chemical. The purpose of the M.S.D.S. is to report the product name, active ingredients, directions for use, and safety instructions in case of accidents involving the chemical. The following is a break down of the sections on an M.S.D.S. report: ○ Product information of the chemical is listed at the very start of the report. The Manufacturer’s/Distributor emergency contact number(s) along with product identity, product code number, product use, and hazard classification: ■ Section I : Is a listing of the hazardous ingredients found in the product along with specific ingredient codes.
The following is an example of an M.S.D.S.
ORGANIZING AN M.S.D.S. NOTEBOOK
Suggestions for setting up an M.S.D.S. notebook include: ● Using a three-ring binder that pages can easily be placed in or removed from. ● Highlighting specific areas to identify key aspects of the M.S.D.S. report within the notebook (see example). ● Alphabetizing the M.S.D.S. reports so that locating the sheets will be fast. ● Clearly mark the notebook on all sides to indicate it as the M.S.D.S. notebook. ● Use a white or bright colored notebook so it can be easily identified as the M.S.D.S. Notebook. ● When ordering products for the first time, request the company send you a product sheet (M.S.D.S.) page to add to your notebook.
● Remove any M.S.D.S. reports when the product is no longer used in the salon. ● Establish an emergency contact sheet that will be the very first page in your M.S.D.S. notebook. List the local emergency numbers for your salon area. ● Add the Centers for Disease Control and the National Poison Control Center to the emergency contact page. ● Have a sheet that states your salon operators have read and understand the concept of the M.S.D.S. notebook and have them sign a form stating the information has been read. Keep a copy of this form in their employment file. ● Make sure the M.S.D.S. Notebook is located in a place where all employees have access to it and they are aware of its location.
POST THESE PAGES IN THE SALON/SCHOOL WHERE IT CAN BE READ BY ALL SECTION 5: GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY SANITARY REGULATIONS FOR SALONS AND SCHOOLS
130-4-.01 Facilities. 1. All facilities (salons/shops or schools) wherein cosmetology services are practiced or taught within the State of Georgia must provide suitable quarters equipped to give adequate services, subject to inspection by representatives of the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology.
2. A beauty facility shall have a permanent and definite location in which the cosmetology professions of master cosmetologist, hair designer, nail technician, and/or esthetician, are practiced in accordance with the laws and rules of the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. All mobile units, including kiosks, carts, mobile homes, trailers, and motor homes, shall not be licensed as salons/ shops unless they meet all requirements of the Board and are permanently anchored on the ground with wheels detached.
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Book Code: CGA0523
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