California Cosmetology Written ExamSafety and Infection ControlMedium
A salon stores bottles of acetone and other flammable nail products on a shelf directly above a space heater used to warm the shop in winter. What safety rule does this storage practice violate?
- AFlammable liquids must be stored away from heat and ignition sources
- BFlammable liquids must be refrigerated at all times
- CFlammable liquids must be stored in the original manufacturer's outer shipping box
- DFlammable liquids must be kept at eye level for easy access
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Flammable liquids must be stored away from heat and ignition sources
Flammable and combustible liquids such as acetone must be stored away from heat sources, open flames, and other ignition risks to prevent fire. Placing them above a space heater creates a serious fire hazard under fire/electrical safety rules.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Refrigeration is not required for standard salon flammables.
- C. Original packaging is not a fire-safety requirement.
- D. Storage height relates to convenience, not fire safety.
Flammable Liquid Storage
Flammable products like acetone must be stored away from heat, sparks, and open flames, ideally in approved, ventilated storage areas.
- Space heaters and outlets are ignition risks
- Store away from direct sunlight and heat
- Keep containers closed when not in use
Memory trick: Acetone and heaters don't mix — keep flammables far from fire!