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COSMETOLOGY HAWAII LICENSE
EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2026 ACTUAL
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS.
Removing dirt and debris to aid in preventing the growth of
microbes is: - ANSWER-sanitation
To destroy or kill bacteria and a broad spectrum of viruses on
nonporous surfaces, such as implements is referred to as: -
ANSWER-disinfection
A product that can be applied to the skin to reduce microbes is
called a(n): - ANSWER-antiseptic
Viricidals are disinfectants used to kill: - ANSWER-viruses
The regulating agency under the Department of Labor that
enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is: -
ANSWER-OSHA
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Key information on a specific product regarding ingredients,
associated hazards, combustion levels and storage
requirements is provided by: - ANSWER-MSDS
What information is assigned to a product, along with the
approval of the efficacy claims on the label to ensure the
product is safe and effective? - ANSWER-EPA registration
number
What types of disinfectants kill bacteria, viruses, fungi and
pseudomonas? - ANSWER-broad spectrum disinfectants
When disinfecting, implements must be thoroughly cleaned
before: - ANSWER-immersion
Which of the following steps should be taken after removing all
hair from a brush during a disinfection procedure? - ANSWER-
wash brush with soap and water
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Any implements that come in contact with the client during a
service must be: - ANSWER-discarded or disinfected
Dispose of sharp objects such as razor blades in a(n): -
ANSWER-sealable rigid container
Destroying or killing all microbes is: - ANSWER-sterilization
Dispose of any material coming in contact with blood or body
fluids in a: - ANSWER-labeled double-bag
Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must
be sterilized or designed to be: - ANSWER-disposable
Bacteriology is the study of: - ANSWER-bacteria
Bacteria that are harmless and can even be beneficial are
called: - ANSWER-non-pathogenic
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Pathogenic bacteria - ANSWER-Harmful bacteria that can
cause disease or infection in humans when they invade the
body.
A communicable disease refers to a disease that is: -
ANSWER-spread from one person to another
Rod-shaped bacterial cells are known as: - ANSWER-bacilli
What bacteria, when viewed through a microscope, would
appear to be spiraled, coiled, corkscrew-shaped bacterial cells?
- ANSWER-spirilla
Pus-forming bacterial cells that form grapelike bunches or
clusters and are present in abscesses are called: - ANSWER-
staphylococci
Bacterial cells that grow in pairs and are the cause of certain
infections such as pneumonia are known as: - ANSWER-
diplococci
COSMETOLOGY HAWAII LICENSE
EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2026 ACTUAL
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS.
Removing dirt and debris to aid in preventing the growth of
microbes is: - ANSWER-sanitation
To destroy or kill bacteria and a broad spectrum of viruses on
nonporous surfaces, such as implements is referred to as: -
ANSWER-disinfection
A product that can be applied to the skin to reduce microbes is
called a(n): - ANSWER-antiseptic
Viricidals are disinfectants used to kill: - ANSWER-viruses
The regulating agency under the Department of Labor that
enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is: -
ANSWER-OSHA
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Key information on a specific product regarding ingredients,
associated hazards, combustion levels and storage
requirements is provided by: - ANSWER-MSDS
What information is assigned to a product, along with the
approval of the efficacy claims on the label to ensure the
product is safe and effective? - ANSWER-EPA registration
number
What types of disinfectants kill bacteria, viruses, fungi and
pseudomonas? - ANSWER-broad spectrum disinfectants
When disinfecting, implements must be thoroughly cleaned
before: - ANSWER-immersion
Which of the following steps should be taken after removing all
hair from a brush during a disinfection procedure? - ANSWER-
wash brush with soap and water
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Any implements that come in contact with the client during a
service must be: - ANSWER-discarded or disinfected
Dispose of sharp objects such as razor blades in a(n): -
ANSWER-sealable rigid container
Destroying or killing all microbes is: - ANSWER-sterilization
Dispose of any material coming in contact with blood or body
fluids in a: - ANSWER-labeled double-bag
Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must
be sterilized or designed to be: - ANSWER-disposable
Bacteriology is the study of: - ANSWER-bacteria
Bacteria that are harmless and can even be beneficial are
called: - ANSWER-non-pathogenic
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Pathogenic bacteria - ANSWER-Harmful bacteria that can
cause disease or infection in humans when they invade the
body.
A communicable disease refers to a disease that is: -
ANSWER-spread from one person to another
Rod-shaped bacterial cells are known as: - ANSWER-bacilli
What bacteria, when viewed through a microscope, would
appear to be spiraled, coiled, corkscrew-shaped bacterial cells?
- ANSWER-spirilla
Pus-forming bacterial cells that form grapelike bunches or
clusters and are present in abscesses are called: - ANSWER-
staphylococci
Bacterial cells that grow in pairs and are the cause of certain
infections such as pneumonia are known as: - ANSWER-
diplococci
