again. Then they drilled. Then they filed, drilled, picked…” said Burgess of the nail technician’s attempts to remove her acrylic nails. The process took almost four hours. Burgess left the salon with a new set of acrylic nails, but five days later she visited the hospital and was told she had to stay. “I was shocked because I never thought going and getting your nails done, to have them polished, would end up with a finger gone.” Burgess continues, “I cry a lot. I hide my hand a lot. I’ll never wear fingernail polish again. I’ll never wear nails again.” √ Mary Reddish, Athens, Georgia, was awarded $150,000 after a visit to a salon left her mostly bald. Reddish said she was left nearly bald as result of a chemical reaction from the hair relaxing product and the dye used to bleach her hair blonde. The damage to Reddish’s follicles was bad enough to cause her premature hair loss, according to her attorney. spread of bugs, such as staphylococcus. Because of a beard’s location, organisms found in it can easily make their way to a man’s mouth. Violations Former WFAA reporter, Brad Watson, performed several undercover salon investigations in 2007. He found that while improvements had been made, many salons continued unsanitary practices. After his reports, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) went to look for themselves. “Well, we found a lot of lax sanitation practices,” said Patrick Shaughnessy, a spokesperson for TDLR. “They were not paying attention to the things they need to look at.” Watson’s investigations showed evidence of salon professionals not washing hands between customers, illegal blades, improper cleaning and disinfecting of spa chairs, the potential cross- contamination of creams/lotions, and reuse of buffing blocks, which expose a customer to the previous customer’s nail and skin tissue . Simple solutions Although each of these risks poses considerable health problems for consumers, there are simple ways beauty establishments can modify their current practices and reduce the potential transmission of infectious diseases. Dr. Sekula-Gibbs explains that using disposable instruments whenever possible, properly sterilizing instruments, employing proper hand washing practices, and teaching the Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) “standard precautions” in cosmetology and barber schools would virtually eliminate the risks of contracting viral, bacterial, As a salon professional, you have responsibilities to the State and to your profession. Learning appropriate precautionary measures and cleaning procedures will help protect you and your clients . These measures will also reduce the incidence of bacterial, viral, and fungal infections and will prevent the spread of disease. You, your instruments, and your workstation must be kept as clean as possible. This means no shortcuts or omissions of any precautionary measures discussed in this course. Violations can result in penalization by the state of Florida, removal from your salon, and hazardous infection to both you and your clients. Humans have some level of immunity against infection, but our level of protection varies with age, health, and a range of other factors. Skin is our first line of defense. When there are no cuts or scrapes, skin is excellent protection against pathogens. In the vast majority of cases, bacteria, fungi, and viruses enter the body through the portals of the nose and mouth, small tears or openings in the skin, and to a lesser extent, the eyes and ears. and fungal infection. Your responsibilities
detected. More research is necessary to better understand the risk factors involved in these outbreaks. Other recent salon incidents √ An unnamed woman nearly died after getting a bikini wax and then contracting a life- threatening bacteria: Streptococcus pyogenes. √ Entertainer Paula Abdul’s injury made worldwide news, and she nearly lost her thumb because of a fungal infection following a manicure. She testified in front of the California State Business and Professions Committee to lobby for legislation that would establish safety standards for manicure and pedicure equipment. “Being a professional dancer, I’m no stranger to pain,” Abdul said. “But this time, the pain was so excruciating that even my hair touching my thumb caused me to scream.” √ Reba Burgess, of Kansas City, Missouri was forced to amputate her finger after getting her nails done, reported Kansas City television station KMBC. “Then they filed Germs are everywhere Bacteria and viruses can live virtually anywhere . We expect some surfaces – such as toilets and surfaces in bathrooms - to harbor germs. Some of the most contaminated surfaces in business, however, are a little more unexpected. In Kimberly Clark Professional’s “The Healthy Workplace Project,” over 5000 swabs from different samples were collected to determine the levels of bacteria. The most contaminated area (75% of surfaces tested) was the sink faucet tap handle, followed closely by microwave door handles (48%). Light switches are also highly contaminated. In salons, handling money can be a major source of transmission of bacteria and viruses . Scientists have found that the dollar bill carries about 3000 types of bacteria on its surface. Most bacteria are harmless; and some bacteria are even beneficial. Yet, according to a 2014 National Public Radio report, money may have a “smudge” of anthrax or diphtheria. The very nature of money makes it a possible way that antibiotic resistant genes move around cities, as reported by biologist Jane Carlton, who is leading the Dirty Money Project at New York University. “We’re not trying to be fear mongers,” says Carlton, “or suggest that everyone goes out and microwave their money. But I must admit that some of the one-dollar bills in NYC are really nasty.”
…money may have a “smudge” of anthrax or diphtheria.
Trendy and dirty Beards have recently become trendy among a certain demographic of men. Simmons National Consumer Study estimates 17% of all men and 35% of young men ages 18-24 have facial hair today, an increase from past studies. Barbers and stylists need to be aware of just how dirty beards can be when men present themselves for grooming . Beard swab tests were performed by reporters at Action 7 news in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Quest Diagnostics discovered that men’s facial hair can contain bacteria usually found in the intestines and fecal matter. “I’m usually not surprised,” said Quest Diagnostic microbiologist, John Golobic, “and I was surprised by this.” Some beards tested were comparable to toilets. Bacteria found could lead to skin infections and to the Modes of contamination Always assume your clients, co-workers, and the salon environment are contaminated . Diseases are communicable or contagious when they move from one individual to another. Working with the public means encountering potentially dangerous pathogens and opportunistic organisms. Always assume your clients, co-workers, and environment could be carrying illness, and use proper infection control procedures, or standard precautions, every day .
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