10 Most Common Violations Cited During an Inspection
979 - Disinfection Non-Electrical Instruments and Equipment:
How to avoid violation:
- Before use upon a patron, clean instruments with soap or detergent and water. Totally immerse instruments in an EPA-registered disinfectant with bactericidal, fungicidal and virucidal activity and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
- Always keep disinfectant solution covered and change disinfectant at least once per week or when it is visibly cloudy or dirty.
- Store all soiled non-electrical items (example: combs, brushes, manicuring tools, etc.) in a receptacle that is labeled soiled or dirty.
- Store all disinfected non-electrical items (example: combs, brushes, manicuring tools, etc.) in a clean and covered place that is labeled clean or disinfected.
988 - Liquids, Creams, Powders and Cosmetics:
How to avoid violation:
- Store all liquids, creams, powders and cosmetics in clean and closed containers
- Distinctly label all bottles and containers of their contents (example: water, gel, oil, etc.).
- When only using a portion of a cosmetic preparation, remove from container as not to contaminate the remaining portion. Example: When removing wax directly from the wax container avoid "double dipping" using the same applicator.
981 (a) - No Disposal of Non-Disinfected Items:
How to avoid violation:
- Immediately discard items that cannot be disinfected (example: buffers, sponges, wax sticks, etc.) in a waste receptacle.
7317 - Unlicensed establishment/persons:
How to avoid violation:
- Always keep your personal and/or establishment license current. Be sure the establishment you work for is licensed and current.
965 - Display of Licenses:
How to avoid violation:
- Operator’s licenses need to be posted at primary work station.
- Establishment license shall be conspicuously posted in the reception areas,
- Do not display an expired or invalid license.
987 - Towels
How to avoid violation:
- After a towel has once been used place in a closed receptacle.
- Towels need to be laundered commercially or in water at least 140 degrees for not less than 15 minutes.
- Keep clean towels stored in closed cabinets.
994 - Cleanliness and Repair:
How to avoid violation:
- Keep all floors, walls, woodwork, ceilings, furniture, furnishing, and fixtures clean and in good repair.
- Do not permit an accumulation of waste or refuse in establishment.
978 (a) (5) - Insufficient Disinfectant in Container for Total Immersion:
How to avoid violation:
- When disinfecting tools and instruments, ensure there is enough disinfectant solution in the container to allow the tools and instruments to be completely covered.
986 - Neck dusters/Brushes Not Clean or Sanitary:
How to avoid violation:
- Keep all neck/nail dusters and other brushes maintained in clean and sanitary conditions.
990 - Headrests and Treatment Tables:
How to avoid violation:
- Keep the headrest of chairs covered with a clean towel or paper sheet for each patron.
- Shampoo trays and bowls must be cleansed with soap and water or other detergent after each shampoo, kept in good repair and in a sanitary condition at all times.
- Treatment tables must be covered with a clean sheet of examination paper for each patron.
