S.D. Admin. R. 20:39:02:03

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024

Section 20:39:02:03 - Required infection control practices for barber shops and barber schools

Each barber shop and barber school shall observe the following infection control practices:

(1) Chairs, walls, floors, and windows shall be kept clean at all times. Barber chairs shall be cleaned by wiping each day. Sinks must be cleaned and disinfected after each customer. Mirrors shall be washed at least once each business day;

(2) Single-use items, such as emery boards, cosmetic sponges, and orangewood sticks, must be disposed of immediately after use in a closed waste container;

(3) Multi-use items must be thoroughly washed in soap and hot water, rinsed with clean warm water, and disinfected according to disinfectant manufacturer instructions. Contact points of all non-immersable equipment and metal implements must be disinfected by wiping or spraying with a commission-approved disinfectant. After being disinfected multi-use items must be stored in clean, closed, and labeled containers between use. The use of any multi-use article, tool, or product which cannot be cleaned and disinfected is prohibited;

(4)Blood exposure. For blood exposure involving a client or licensee, the following steps must be followed:

(1) If the client is bleeding: Stop service; put gloves on; if appropriate, assist client to sink and rinse the injured area under running water; pat dry with a new, clean, disposable towel; offer or apply antiseptic and an adhesive bandage; place all single-use items in a bag and place in a trash receptacle; remove all implements from station and properly clean and disinfect the implements; clean and disinfect work area; remove and dispose of gloves; wash hands; return to service;

(2) If the licensee is bleeding: Stop service; explain the situation and excuse yourself the service; if appropriate, rinse injured area under running water; pat dry with a new, clean, disposable towel; apply antiseptic and an adhesive bandage; put gloves on; place all single-use items in a bag and place in a trash receptacle; remove all implements from the work area and properly clean and disinfect the implements; clean and disinfect work area; remove and dispose of gloves; wash hands; if necessary, cover injured area with a protective finger cot or new glove; return to service.

S.D. Admin. R. 20:39:02:03

SL 1975, ch 16; 46 SDR 064, effective 11/25/2019

General Authority: SDCL 36-14-9.

Law Implemented: SDCL 36-14-9.