California Cosmetology Written ExamSafety and Infection ControlHard
A nail salon uses a pipeless foot spa for pedicures. In addition to cleaning and disinfecting the basin after every client, California regulations also require a more thorough process on a recurring basis. What is this additional requirement?
- AAn annual professional plumbing inspection
- BReplacement of the entire foot spa unit every six months
- CA weekly deep cleaning using an appropriate cleaner per manufacturer instructions
- DA daily bleach soak lasting 24 hours
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. A weekly deep cleaning using an appropriate cleaner per manufacturer instructions
California requires foot spas to be cleaned and disinfected after each client, but additionally mandates a weekly deep cleaning (following manufacturer instructions, often removing screens/filters) to remove biofilm buildup that daily cleaning may miss, with records kept in a cleaning log.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Plumbing inspections are not a mandated cosmetology sanitation requirement.
- B. Replacing the entire unit is excessive and not required by regulation.
- D. A 24-hour bleach soak is not a standard practice and could damage equipment.
Foot Spa Deep Cleaning
California requires foot spas/basins to be cleaned and disinfected after every client AND deep cleaned weekly to prevent biofilm buildup, with logs kept documenting each cleaning.
- After each client: remove debris, wash, disinfect with EPA hospital disinfectant
- Weekly: deep clean per manufacturer instructions (e.g., remove screens)
- A cleaning log must be maintained and available for inspection
- Biofilm buildup in pipes/jets is a major infection risk if neglected
Memory trick: 'Every client, every week' — daily wash, weekly deep scrub.