Florida Cosmetology state Board CliniCal exam
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Section 1: Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety (Questions 1 to 15)
**Question 1 of 30**
A licensed cosmetologist in Tampa begins the workday by preparing her station for a full schedule of
haircuts, color services, and facial waxing. Before bringing the first client to the chair, she must ensure all
multi-use metal implements that contacted previous clients have undergone the proper level of
decontamination. According to Florida Board of Cosmetology sanitation standards and OSHA Bloodborne
Pathogens standards, which decontamination process is required for metal implements such as shears,
clipper blades, and tweezers before reuse on a new client?
A. Rinsing under hot tap water and drying with a clean towel
B. Wiping with 70% isopropyl alcohol and air-drying on the counter
C. Cleaning with soap and water followed by immersion in EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant or
high-level disinfection per manufacturer instructions ✓
D. Spraying with a citrus-based cleaner and storing in a closed cabinet overnight
**Correct Answer: C ✓**
Rationale: Florida regulations and OSHA standards mandate that all multi-use implements must first be
cleaned of visible debris and then disinfected using an EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant
approved for hospital or healthcare use, or sterilized where required. Simply rinsing or wiping with alcohol
does not achieve the necessary level of decontamination to kill all pathogens.
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**Question 2 of 30**
Which of the following is an example of a bloodborne pathogen that salon professionals must be trained to
prevent transmission of?
A. Staphylococcus aureus (staph infection)
, B. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Hepatitis B (HBV) ✓
C. Ringworm (tinea)
D. Influenza virus
**Correct Answer: B ✓**
Rationale: Bloodborne pathogens include HIV, Hepatitis B (HBV), and Hepatitis C (HCV). Staph (A),
ringworm (C), and influenza (D) are not primarily transmitted via blood; they are transmitted by direct
contact, skin contact, or respiratory droplets. OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard specifically
addresses HIV and HBV.
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**Question 3 of 30**
A cosmetologist accidentally cuts a client's skin with scissors during a haircut. A small amount of blood is
present. According to OSHA and Florida Board of Cosmetology regulations, what is the appropriate
immediate action?
A. Wipe the blood with a dry paper towel and continue the service
B. Stop the service, apply pressure with a clean gauze, and then disinfect the implement and work surface
with an EPA-registered disinfectant ✓
C. Apply rubbing alcohol directly to the wound and continue cutting
D. Ignore the injury because it is minor
**Correct Answer: B ✓**
Rationale: The service should be stopped to address the injury. The implement must be cleaned and
disinfected before reuse. The work surface must be disinfected. The wound should be treated with
antiseptic and bandaged. Continuing (A, C, D) violates infection control standards.
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**Question 4 of 30**
What is the minimum concentration of sodium hypochlorite (bleach) solution recommended for disinfection
of non-porous surfaces in a salon when mixed fresh daily?
aCtual exam 2026/2027 | Complete exam-style
Questions | 100% VeriFied – detailed rationales – pass
guaranteed – a+ graded
Section 1: Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety (Questions 1 to 15)
**Question 1 of 30**
A licensed cosmetologist in Tampa begins the workday by preparing her station for a full schedule of
haircuts, color services, and facial waxing. Before bringing the first client to the chair, she must ensure all
multi-use metal implements that contacted previous clients have undergone the proper level of
decontamination. According to Florida Board of Cosmetology sanitation standards and OSHA Bloodborne
Pathogens standards, which decontamination process is required for metal implements such as shears,
clipper blades, and tweezers before reuse on a new client?
A. Rinsing under hot tap water and drying with a clean towel
B. Wiping with 70% isopropyl alcohol and air-drying on the counter
C. Cleaning with soap and water followed by immersion in EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant or
high-level disinfection per manufacturer instructions ✓
D. Spraying with a citrus-based cleaner and storing in a closed cabinet overnight
**Correct Answer: C ✓**
Rationale: Florida regulations and OSHA standards mandate that all multi-use implements must first be
cleaned of visible debris and then disinfected using an EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant
approved for hospital or healthcare use, or sterilized where required. Simply rinsing or wiping with alcohol
does not achieve the necessary level of decontamination to kill all pathogens.
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**Question 2 of 30**
Which of the following is an example of a bloodborne pathogen that salon professionals must be trained to
prevent transmission of?
A. Staphylococcus aureus (staph infection)
, B. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Hepatitis B (HBV) ✓
C. Ringworm (tinea)
D. Influenza virus
**Correct Answer: B ✓**
Rationale: Bloodborne pathogens include HIV, Hepatitis B (HBV), and Hepatitis C (HCV). Staph (A),
ringworm (C), and influenza (D) are not primarily transmitted via blood; they are transmitted by direct
contact, skin contact, or respiratory droplets. OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard specifically
addresses HIV and HBV.
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**Question 3 of 30**
A cosmetologist accidentally cuts a client's skin with scissors during a haircut. A small amount of blood is
present. According to OSHA and Florida Board of Cosmetology regulations, what is the appropriate
immediate action?
A. Wipe the blood with a dry paper towel and continue the service
B. Stop the service, apply pressure with a clean gauze, and then disinfect the implement and work surface
with an EPA-registered disinfectant ✓
C. Apply rubbing alcohol directly to the wound and continue cutting
D. Ignore the injury because it is minor
**Correct Answer: B ✓**
Rationale: The service should be stopped to address the injury. The implement must be cleaned and
disinfected before reuse. The work surface must be disinfected. The wound should be treated with
antiseptic and bandaged. Continuing (A, C, D) violates infection control standards.
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**Question 4 of 30**
What is the minimum concentration of sodium hypochlorite (bleach) solution recommended for disinfection
of non-porous surfaces in a salon when mixed fresh daily?
