Virginia Barber License Exam ACTUAL
EXAM COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR 2026.pdf
SECTION 1: INFECTION CONTROL & SAFE WORK PRACTICES
(Questions 1-20)
Q1. What is the difference between cleaning and disinfecting?
A. Cleaning removes visible soil; disinfecting destroys most microorganisms
B. Cleaning and disinfecting are the same thing
C. Cleaning destroys bacteria; disinfecting removes dirt
D. Cleaning requires EPA-registered products; disinfecting does not
Correct ,,,answer,,,: A
Rationale: Cleaning removes visible soil, debris, and organic matter using soap
and water. Disinfecting uses EPA-registered chemicals to destroy most disease-
causing microorganisms on non-living surfaces. Both are required steps.
Q2. Which level of disinfection is required for non-critical instruments that
come into contact with intact skin (e.g., combs, brushes, capes)?
A. Sterilization
,B. High-level disinfection
C. Intermediate-level disinfection
D. Low-level disinfection
Correct ,,,answer,,,: D
Rationale: Non-critical items that touch only intact skin require low-level
disinfection. Intermediate-level disinfection is for semi-critical items. Sterilization
is required for critical items that penetrate the skin.
Q3. Which EPA-registered disinfectant is bactericidal, virucidal, and
fungicidal, making it appropriate for barbering tools?
A. Quaternary ammonium compounds (quats)
B. Phenolics
C. Bleach (sodium hypochlorite)
D. All of the above
Correct ,,,answer,,,: D
Rationale: Quats, phenolics, and bleach are all EPA-registered disinfectants that
can achieve the required kill claims when used according to manufacturer's
instructions.
Q4. How often should disinfectant solutions be changed?
A. Every day
B. Every week
C. Only when visibly dirty
D. According to manufacturer's instructions (typically daily or when visibly soiled)
,Correct ,,,answer,,,: D
Rationale: Disinfectant solutions must be changed according to manufacturer's
instructions, which is typically daily or more frequently if the solution becomes
visibly dirty or diluted.
Q5. What is the minimum contact time for most EPA-registered disinfectants
to achieve disinfection?
A. 30 seconds
B. 1 minute
C. 5 minutes
D. 10 minutes
Correct ,,,answer,,,: D
Rationale: Most EPA-registered disinfectants require a contact time of 10 minutes
to effectively kill microorganisms. Shorter contact times may not achieve complete
disinfection.
Q6. What is the proper procedure for cleaning and disinfecting reusable tools
after each client?
A. Wash with soap and water, rinse, dry, then immerse in disinfectant for required
time
B. Wipe with alcohol and place in UV cabinet
C. Spray with disinfectant and return to drawer
D. Rinse with hot water only
Correct ,,,answer,,,: A
Rationale: Proper procedure requires: (1) wash with soap and water to remove
, debris, (2) rinse, (3) dry, (4) fully immerse in EPA-registered disinfectant for
manufacturer's required contact time, (5) rinse if required, (6) dry and store in
clean, covered container.
Q7. Single-use items (e.g., neck strips, disposable razor blades) should be:
A. Disinfected and reused
B. Discarded immediately after use
C. Washed and reused
D. Stored for future use
Correct ,,,answer,,,: B
Rationale: Single-use items are designed for one client only and must be discarded
immediately after each service. Reusing single-use items is a violation of infection
control standards.
Q8. What is the proper method for cleaning a barber's chair after a client
service?
A. Wipe with dry cloth only
B. Spray with disinfectant and wipe dry
C. Leave for end-of-day cleaning
D. Vacuum only
Correct ,,,answer,,,: B
Rationale: Barber chairs must be cleaned and disinfected after each client.
Spraying with disinfectant and wiping dry removes hair, debris, and kills surface
microorganisms.
EXAM COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR 2026.pdf
SECTION 1: INFECTION CONTROL & SAFE WORK PRACTICES
(Questions 1-20)
Q1. What is the difference between cleaning and disinfecting?
A. Cleaning removes visible soil; disinfecting destroys most microorganisms
B. Cleaning and disinfecting are the same thing
C. Cleaning destroys bacteria; disinfecting removes dirt
D. Cleaning requires EPA-registered products; disinfecting does not
Correct ,,,answer,,,: A
Rationale: Cleaning removes visible soil, debris, and organic matter using soap
and water. Disinfecting uses EPA-registered chemicals to destroy most disease-
causing microorganisms on non-living surfaces. Both are required steps.
Q2. Which level of disinfection is required for non-critical instruments that
come into contact with intact skin (e.g., combs, brushes, capes)?
A. Sterilization
,B. High-level disinfection
C. Intermediate-level disinfection
D. Low-level disinfection
Correct ,,,answer,,,: D
Rationale: Non-critical items that touch only intact skin require low-level
disinfection. Intermediate-level disinfection is for semi-critical items. Sterilization
is required for critical items that penetrate the skin.
Q3. Which EPA-registered disinfectant is bactericidal, virucidal, and
fungicidal, making it appropriate for barbering tools?
A. Quaternary ammonium compounds (quats)
B. Phenolics
C. Bleach (sodium hypochlorite)
D. All of the above
Correct ,,,answer,,,: D
Rationale: Quats, phenolics, and bleach are all EPA-registered disinfectants that
can achieve the required kill claims when used according to manufacturer's
instructions.
Q4. How often should disinfectant solutions be changed?
A. Every day
B. Every week
C. Only when visibly dirty
D. According to manufacturer's instructions (typically daily or when visibly soiled)
,Correct ,,,answer,,,: D
Rationale: Disinfectant solutions must be changed according to manufacturer's
instructions, which is typically daily or more frequently if the solution becomes
visibly dirty or diluted.
Q5. What is the minimum contact time for most EPA-registered disinfectants
to achieve disinfection?
A. 30 seconds
B. 1 minute
C. 5 minutes
D. 10 minutes
Correct ,,,answer,,,: D
Rationale: Most EPA-registered disinfectants require a contact time of 10 minutes
to effectively kill microorganisms. Shorter contact times may not achieve complete
disinfection.
Q6. What is the proper procedure for cleaning and disinfecting reusable tools
after each client?
A. Wash with soap and water, rinse, dry, then immerse in disinfectant for required
time
B. Wipe with alcohol and place in UV cabinet
C. Spray with disinfectant and return to drawer
D. Rinse with hot water only
Correct ,,,answer,,,: A
Rationale: Proper procedure requires: (1) wash with soap and water to remove
, debris, (2) rinse, (3) dry, (4) fully immerse in EPA-registered disinfectant for
manufacturer's required contact time, (5) rinse if required, (6) dry and store in
clean, covered container.
Q7. Single-use items (e.g., neck strips, disposable razor blades) should be:
A. Disinfected and reused
B. Discarded immediately after use
C. Washed and reused
D. Stored for future use
Correct ,,,answer,,,: B
Rationale: Single-use items are designed for one client only and must be discarded
immediately after each service. Reusing single-use items is a violation of infection
control standards.
Q8. What is the proper method for cleaning a barber's chair after a client
service?
A. Wipe with dry cloth only
B. Spray with disinfectant and wipe dry
C. Leave for end-of-day cleaning
D. Vacuum only
Correct ,,,answer,,,: B
Rationale: Barber chairs must be cleaned and disinfected after each client.
Spraying with disinfectant and wiping dry removes hair, debris, and kills surface
microorganisms.
