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Click Here to StartPART 1: GERM BASICSBe sure to click "Play" for audio - My Name is MaloryI’m the manager of a busy salon and spa offering a variety of treatments from head to toe. We not only make sure our clients look and feel their best but we’re also responsible for their health and safety while in our care. Come spend some time with me to learn a little bit about what I do as a beauty professional.
- Germs are Bad for Business“Infection control involves practices and policies that reduce the spread of germs (aka pathogens) that may lead to infection or disease.”• Negative health consequences for clients and staff • Fines • Loss of reputation and social media backlash • Business interruption or closure🧟♀️😡🤮☹️21528592
- Types of Germs Found in Spas and SalonsBACTERIA Staphylococcus aureus can cause skin infectionsVIRUSES HIV, Hepatitis B & C viruses, Herpes and FluFUNGI Trichophyton interdigitale, can cause Nail fungus and Athlete’s Foot
- BiofilmLayer of bacteria or fungi typically found in watery environments like foot baths.
- Cleaning, Sanitizing, Disinfecting, Sterilizing? What’s the Difference?CLEANING • Removes visible dirt and debris from a surface or tool. • Uses clean water and detergent. • Must be done first prior to disinfection.Click Here for Cleaning Fun FactSome disinfectants are also good cleaners, so you can clean and disinfect in one step.
- BACTERIAVIRUSESFUNGICleaning, Sanitizing, Disinfecting, Sterilizing? What’s the Difference?SANITIZING•Reduces the number of certain kinds of germs but does not kill ALL of them.Kills bacteria but not viruses or fungi.•Sanitizing is NOT the same as disinfecting!•
- Cleaning, Sanitizing, Disinfecting, Sterilizing? What’s the Difference?DISINFECTING Kills the germs indicated on the product label. Use an EPA Registered Disinfectant suitable for high contact areas likely to harbor bacteria, viruses and fungi and tools that come in contact with skin.BACTERIAVIRUSESFUNGI
- Cleaning, Sanitizing, Disinfecting, Sterilizing? What’s the Difference?STERILIZING•Destroys ALL microscopic life•Typically used for tools and implements that penetrate the skin, like surgical instruments.•Generally not required for nail tools, however a "higher" level of disinfection is required.
- Always Keep Your Spa and Salon CleanDisinfection is the level required for all salon and spa surfaces and equipment.Sterilizing might be required in certain states for tools and implements.
- What is “Wet Time”, Also Referred to as “Contact Time”?Amount of time a surface or a tool must remain wet (with the product being used) in order for disinfection to take place, typically anywhere from 1 to 10 minutes.If the wet time or contact time is not achieved, germs will NOT be effectively killed.A Note about Label DirectionsNot all disinfectants are the same so be sure to read the use language found on the label. Different products will come with different germs they can kill, different wet time requirements and different precautions. Be sure to know what you’re working with before you start making it a part of your daily routine.
- How Does Insufficient Contact Time Happen?When the surface is wiped dry before required wet/contact timeDisinfectant evaporates or dries out before required wet/contact time requiring re-applicationTool is removed from disinfectant solution before required wet/contact time is reached
- Ok, now we’re going to ask you 5 questions to see how well you remembered what your just learned. Your score will not be saved and you don’t need any minimum to pass—however, only the right answer unlocks the “next" button. At the conclusion of the quiz, you can proceed to the next module.START
- What kind of germs are present in a spa?Viruses, Fungi, BacteriaPoisonous Rumors, Toxic Clients, Unmarked Fridge FoodEbola, Malaria, Flesh-eating DiseaseA.B.C.CORRECT, you’ve been paying attention!Perhaps, but no. Try again.Quick leave now before it’s too laaa….NEXT >
- What is biofilm?Medical movie starring Liam NeesonGerm-like residue that appears when it’s rainingBacteria and Fungi found in watery environments like foot bathsA.B.C.Yes, found lurking in hard to reach piped systems.Oh, so close but no...Nope, I will now have to hunt you down.NEXT >
- Cleaning, Sanitizing and Disinfecting. What’s the difference?Not sureDegrees of germ killCleaning and Sanitizing won’t kill Viruses and Fungi. Disinfecting will.A.B.C.Well done, you’ve been paying attention!Well ok, Cleaning doesn’t, Sanitizing does a bit, and Disinfecting kills ALL germs.Seriously? This was literally the title of one of the slides!NEXT >NEXT >
- True or False?: Cleaning must take place before sanitizing, disinfecting or sterilizing.TrueFalseWhat?A.B.C.Yes, that's correct, you always have to remove any physical debris first.Check any texts, mail and Instagram posts first, then do Cleaning.Ok, go back and review some more…NEXT >
- What is wet or contact time?Amount of time a surface should stay wet for germs to be killedThe amount of time you have to wash your handsTime not to be exceeded for foot bath treatments in order to avoid germ exposureA.B.C.You got it—make sure you read the label to know exactly what time is required.Very important but no not the right answer when it comes to disinfecting. Hint: ANope, that’s just crazy!NEXT >
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