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Tennessee Master Barber (1010) Exam, Tennessee Board of
Cosmetology and Barber Examiners ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE
250 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR
The Tennessee Master Barber (1010) Exam is a comprehensive assessment required by
the Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners for licensure. The exam is
administered by PSI Services and consists of two portions: a Theory (Written) exam and
a Practical exam.
Full Exam Coverage Areas
The following content areas are covered across the full 1010 Master Barber examination:
• Scientific Concepts (40%): Bacteriology, viruses, parasites, immunity, and methods of
infection control (sanitation, disinfection, sterilization). Includes Anatomy, Physiology
(Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous, Circulatory systems), Chemistry (pH, products), and
Electricity/Light therapy.
• Haircutting and Hairstyling (27%): Tools (clippers, shears, razors), haircutting
techniques (fading, tapering, elevation), and styling procedures.
• Licensing and Regulations (13%): Tennessee State Board laws, rules, and professional
ethics.
• Haircoloring (12%): Principles of color, application techniques, and chemical safety.
• Shampooing and Conditioning (5%): Scalp treatments, product selection, and draping.
• Facial and Shaving Services (15%): Skin analysis, facial massage, and the 14-stroke
straight razor shaving procedure.
• Nail Care/Skin Care (4%): Manicuring and basic skin histology.
Batch 1: Scientific Concepts & State Regulations
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Focus: Infection Control, Anatomy, Chemistry, and Tennessee Barber Law.
1. Which organization is responsible for regulating the safety and health of workers in a
Tennessee barbershop?
A) FDA
B) EPA
C) OSHA
D) Tennessee Board of Health
Answer: C
Rationale: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets federal
standards for workplace safety, including chemical handling.
2. In Tennessee, a barber's certificate of registration must be:
A) Kept in a private folder
B) Laminated and hung in the back room
C) Posted at the station and not laminated
D) Mailed to the local health department
Answer: C
Rationale: Tennessee Board rules state that certificates must be posted at the
workstation and shall not be laminated.
3. What is the minimum passing score for the TN Master Barber 1010 theory exam?
A) 60
B) 70
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C) 75
D) 80
Answer: B
Rationale: The minimum passing score on all examinations held by the Tennessee Board
is 70.
4. When an accidental blood spill occurs, what is the first thing a barber should do?
A) Clean the floor
B) Put on gloves
C) Stop the service
D) Apply styptic powder
Answer: C
Rationale: Standard infection control procedures require stopping the service
immediately to protect both the client and professional.
5. Which type of disinfectant is required for tools that come into contact with blood or
body fluids?
A) 70% alcohol
B) EPA-registered household bleach
C) EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectant
D) Liquid soap and water
Answer: C
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Rationale: Tennessee rules require a hospital-grade disinfectant effective against HIV-1
and Hepatitis B for blood exposure.
6. The Board must be notified of a change in barbershop ownership within how many
days?
A) 5 days
B) 10 days
C) 30 days
D) 60 days
Answer: B
Rationale: Tennessee regulations require notification within 10 days of any change in
ownership.
7. Bacteria that grow in pairs and cause pneumonia are called:
A)
Staphylococci
B)
Diplococci
C) Bacilli
D) Spirilla
Tennessee Master Barber (1010) Exam, Tennessee Board of
Cosmetology and Barber Examiners ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE
250 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR
The Tennessee Master Barber (1010) Exam is a comprehensive assessment required by
the Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners for licensure. The exam is
administered by PSI Services and consists of two portions: a Theory (Written) exam and
a Practical exam.
Full Exam Coverage Areas
The following content areas are covered across the full 1010 Master Barber examination:
• Scientific Concepts (40%): Bacteriology, viruses, parasites, immunity, and methods of
infection control (sanitation, disinfection, sterilization). Includes Anatomy, Physiology
(Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous, Circulatory systems), Chemistry (pH, products), and
Electricity/Light therapy.
• Haircutting and Hairstyling (27%): Tools (clippers, shears, razors), haircutting
techniques (fading, tapering, elevation), and styling procedures.
• Licensing and Regulations (13%): Tennessee State Board laws, rules, and professional
ethics.
• Haircoloring (12%): Principles of color, application techniques, and chemical safety.
• Shampooing and Conditioning (5%): Scalp treatments, product selection, and draping.
• Facial and Shaving Services (15%): Skin analysis, facial massage, and the 14-stroke
straight razor shaving procedure.
• Nail Care/Skin Care (4%): Manicuring and basic skin histology.
Batch 1: Scientific Concepts & State Regulations
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Focus: Infection Control, Anatomy, Chemistry, and Tennessee Barber Law.
1. Which organization is responsible for regulating the safety and health of workers in a
Tennessee barbershop?
A) FDA
B) EPA
C) OSHA
D) Tennessee Board of Health
Answer: C
Rationale: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets federal
standards for workplace safety, including chemical handling.
2. In Tennessee, a barber's certificate of registration must be:
A) Kept in a private folder
B) Laminated and hung in the back room
C) Posted at the station and not laminated
D) Mailed to the local health department
Answer: C
Rationale: Tennessee Board rules state that certificates must be posted at the
workstation and shall not be laminated.
3. What is the minimum passing score for the TN Master Barber 1010 theory exam?
A) 60
B) 70
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C) 75
D) 80
Answer: B
Rationale: The minimum passing score on all examinations held by the Tennessee Board
is 70.
4. When an accidental blood spill occurs, what is the first thing a barber should do?
A) Clean the floor
B) Put on gloves
C) Stop the service
D) Apply styptic powder
Answer: C
Rationale: Standard infection control procedures require stopping the service
immediately to protect both the client and professional.
5. Which type of disinfectant is required for tools that come into contact with blood or
body fluids?
A) 70% alcohol
B) EPA-registered household bleach
C) EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectant
D) Liquid soap and water
Answer: C
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Rationale: Tennessee rules require a hospital-grade disinfectant effective against HIV-1
and Hepatitis B for blood exposure.
6. The Board must be notified of a change in barbershop ownership within how many
days?
A) 5 days
B) 10 days
C) 30 days
D) 60 days
Answer: B
Rationale: Tennessee regulations require notification within 10 days of any change in
ownership.
7. Bacteria that grow in pairs and cause pneumonia are called:
A)
Staphylococci
B)
Diplococci
C) Bacilli
D) Spirilla
