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Where do you store new, disinfected and cleaned tools and implements? - โ โ Separate from all others in an area that is clean, free of hair and used only for clean tools and implements.
What animals are permitted in the facility? - โ โ Pets or other animals are not permitted in the business facility. This prohibition does not apply to service animals recognized by the American with Disabilities Act or to fish in aquariums.
What must equipment surfaces be made of? - โ โ The surface of all equipment, including, but not limited to back-bars must be made of cleanable non-porous material. This requirement does not apply to the reception area of a facility where services are not performed.
What are the requirements for floors? - โ โ Floor surfaces in the working area of a facility must be made of a cleanable, non-porous material and must be kept clean, orderly, and in good repair.
What are the requirements for walls and ceilings? - โ โ Walls and ceilings must be clean and free of condensation, mildew and excessive spots, or peeling paint.
When providing services in a field of practice an authorization holder must: - โ โ (1) Observe and follow thorough hand washing with soap and water or other alternative hand washing products, such as gel, aerosol spray, foam, or packaged hand wipes, immediately before and after serving each client to prevent cross contamination and exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.
(2) Wear single-use disposable protective gloves when performing a service or procedure that routinely involves exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.
(3) Wear eye goggles, shields or a mask if spattering is likely to occur while services are being performed.
(4) Dispose of refuse and waste materials that come in contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials according to provisions of OAR 817-010-0060.
How deep of a peel can an esthetician perform? - โ โ An esthetician is prohibited from performing chemical peels that extend beyond the stratum basale.
Medical advice, if obtained.
Service performed and area
How long must client records be kept? - โ โ Minimum of 3 years and available to board on request
When is a practitioner is prohibited from providing services as far as records are concerned? - โ โ to a client who refuses to provide the personal information required unless the client signs a waiver form documenting the client's refusal to provide the required information. The signed waiver form must be retained on file for a minimum of 3 years
Define Hazardous - โ โ "Hazardous" means capable of causing an unplanned, uncontrolled reaction which could
present a hazard to authorization holders or clients by explosion, fire, release of toxic gases
or by-products, or physical or chemical burns;
Define Segregated in Storage - โ โ "Segregated in storage" means that potentially hazardous chemicals and materials are
separated (to prevent their mixing with one another through leakage, spillage or breakage) by
an adequate distance or through the use of physical barriers such as partitions or separate
shelving.
Where must flammable liquids be stored when not in use?
- โ โ Stored separate from sources of ignition
How do you store reactive chemicals? - โ โ Containers of reactive chemicals are separated by location or sufficient distance, for example at least 12 inches apart or on different shelves, to prevent their reaction; or
Glass bottles of reactive chemicals are treated to make them break-resistant (e.g., resincoated) or are stored in rubber buckets or sleeves, or are stored with a partition separating them.
Where does one mix chemicals for providing services? - โ โ Chemicals used for providing services to clients must be mixed in a dispensing area, which has adequate
Define Adequate Ventilation - โ โ means ventilation by natural or mechanical methods that removes or exhausts fumes, vapors, or dust to prevent hazardous conditions from occurring in accordance with OAR Chapter 437, Division 2, or to allow the free flow of air in a room in proportion to the size and capacity of the room.
Define Affidavit of Licensure - โ โ means an original document or other approved means of verifying licensure history, including information disclosing all unresolved or outstanding penalties and disciplinary actions. Refer to OAR 331-030-0040.
Define Article - โ โ means those items that complement services provided in the practice of barbering, hair design, esthetics or nail technology, including, but not limited to, neck-strips, towels or linens, and cloth or plastic capes.
Define Authorization - โ โ has the definition set forth in ORS 676.562 and means a certificate, license, permit or registration issued by the Health Licensing Office that allows a person to practice one of the occupations or professions or maintain a facility subject to the authority of the boards and councils listed in ORS 676.565.
Define Chemical Service - โ โ means the use of any product that restructures or removes hair or changes the shape or appearance of skin, hair or nails
Define Common area - โ โ means an area of a facility that is used by all authorization holders performing services, including, but not limited to, reception areas, dispensing areas, sinks, shampoo bowls, hair dryers, hair dryer areas and employee lounges.
Define Dermaplaning - โ โ means the use of a blade with a handle to remove dead skin cells and vellus hairs from the face.
Define Disinfect - โ โ means using a process to destroy harmful organisms, including bacteria, viruses, germs, and fungi.
Define Dispensing Area - โ โ means an area with nonporous surfaces and a sink with hot and cold running water where service preparations are conducted, including, but not limited to, mixing of chemicals, cleaning of tools and equipment, disposing of residues, and rinsing parts of the body exposed to chemicals.
Define Equipment - โ โ means those items needed to operate a facility, including, but not limited to, waiting
Define Official transcript - โ โ means a document authorized by the appropriate office in the HECC and certified by an educational institution indicating applicant identity information, each field of practice enrolled under, specific hour requirements for each field of practice if applicable, final practical examination scores for each field of practice, enrollment information and a signature from an authorized representative on file with the Office. Original documents must be submitted directly to the Office from the educational institution by United States Postal Service mail, email or fax.
Define Premises - โ โ means the entire area of a facility, licensed by the Office as a facility defined under ORS 690.005.
Define sharp edged or pointed, non-electrical tools and implements - โ โ means those items that may come in contact with blood-borne pathogens and other potentially hazardous materials including, but not limited to, dermaplaning blade with handle, lancets, razors, cuticle nippers, cuticle pushers, nail clippers, tweezers, comedone extractors, shears, and metal nail files.
Define Soiled - โ โ means an article that has been used and has not been cleaned or disinfected for use on the next client.
Define Superficial peel - โ โ means a chemical peel that does not extend beyond the stratum basale (basal layer). This does not include enzymes and other solutions that act only on the stratum corneum.
Define Tools and implements - โ โ "Tools and implements" means all portable articles and instruments, which the
authorization holder uses when performing services on clients, including, but not limited to
combs, shears, clippers and yoyettes.
Define Very Superficial Peel - โ โ means a chemical peel that does not extend beyond the stratum spinosum. This does not include enzymes and other solutions that act only on the stratum corneum.
Define Work Area - โ โ means an area where services are performed, and preparations are conducted including, but not limited to shampoo area, work stations and dispensing area.
How long does a practitioner have to notify the office of a change of employment? - โ โ A practitioner must notify the Office within 30 calendar days of changes in employment
What is the HECC? - โ โ Higher Education Coordinating Commission
When does a facility license need to be obtained? - โ โ a facility license must be obtained when operating a business establishment and providing services in one or more fields of practice defined in ORS 690.005.
How long is a facility license valid for? When does it expire? - โ โ A facility license is valid for one year and becomes inactive on the last day of the month one year from the date of issuance.
Is a facility license transferable from person to person or location to location? - โ โ No. A facility license is not transferable; the license is not transferable from person-to- person or from location to location. If an existing facility moves or relocates to a new physical address, the facility license holder must submit a new application and meet the requirements of OAR 817- 007-0025. A natural person may hold more than one facility license, but must submit a
separate application, pay required fees and qualify for a facility license for each location.
Who is eligible to be a facility license holder? - โ โ The holder of a facility license must be a natural person, including but not limited to, a facility owner, facility manager or any other natural person.
How long does a facility license holder have to notify the board of facility name changes? - โ โ A facility license holder must notify the Office within 30 calendar days of changes in facility name or assumed business name pursuant to OAR 331-010-0040.
What are the requirements for a facility license? - โ โ (1) A completed application form prescribed by the Office, which must contain the information listed in OAR 331-030-0000 and be accompanied by payment of the required fees;
(2) Proof of being at least 18 years of age. Documentation may include identification listed under OAR 331-030-0000;
(3) A list of authorization holders providing services in the facility;
(2) The living area of the home must be separated from the facility by solid walls extending from floor to ceiling, with any connecting doors kept closed while the facility is in operation.
(3) An adequate supply of hot and cold running water must be available. Sinks in the restroom do not qualify as a water source for a facility located within a residence.
(4) A separate entrance is not required for facilities located in a residence.
How long is a temporary facility permit valid? - โ โ A temporary facility permit is valid for a limited time not to exceed 30 consecutive calendar days.
Who needs to have a freelance authorization? - โ โ a practitioner who provides services outside of a licensed facility must hold a freelance authorization.
How long is a freelance authorization valid for? - โ โ A freelance license is valid for one year and becomes dormant on the last day of the month one year from the date of issuance or renewal, unless renewed.
What are the 4 things a holder of freelance authorization must do: - โ โ (1) Provide each client with the Office's name, address and telephone number;
(2) Display the practitioner's certificate number and freelance authorization number on all advertising when soliciting business;
(3) Be subject to random audit to verify compliance with safety, infection control and licensing requirements pursuant to ORS 690.123; and
(4) Allow the Office's representative to conduct an investigation pursuant to ORS 676.608. Obstructing or hindering the normal progress of an investigation, threatening or exerting physical harm, or enabling another individual to impede an investigation may result in disciplinary action pursuant to ORS 676.612 or ORS 676.992 and OAR 331-020-0070.
What are the 3 standard requirements of an independent contractor? - โ โ (1) An independent contractor must allow the Office's representative to inspect or conduct an investigation pursuant to ORS 676.608 or 690.225. Obstructing or hindering an investigation or inspection, threatening or exerting physical harm, or enabling another individual or employee to impede an investigation or
the facility premises; and (b) In any work area where hazardous materials are in use, that may have a harmful effect on or be absorbed through the skin if the contamination is not removed.
(2) Sinks located in a restroom do not qualify as a water source for the facility.
(3) Washing accommodations must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
(4) Hand soap or similar cleansing agents must be available.
(5) Individual towels of cloth or paper must be available. Air blowers for drying the hands may be substituted for towels.
When does a restroom sink count as a water supply? - โ โ if only natural hair care services are provided within the facility, a sink located in the restroom qualifies as a water source.
What are the 3 employee restroom requirements? - โ โ (1) Restrooms must be available for employees. The restroom must be on the facility premises or in an adjoining premise which is reasonably accessible from any work area.
(2) All restrooms on facility premises must be kept clean, sanitary and in proper working order at all times.
(3) All liquid waste from toilets and sinks must be discharged directly into a public sewer or, in the absence of a public sewer, by method meeting the requirements of ORS Chapter 454 (sewage treatment and disposal systems).
Where do you store clean towels and linens? - โ โ In a clean area
Where do you store regularly soiled linens? - โ โ Use closable containers large enough and sturdy enough to store all soiled towels or linens.
Where do you store chemically soiled linens? - โ โ In closable fire retardant containers
How do you launder towels and linens? - โ โ Launder towels or linens by a regular commercial laundering or by a non-commercial laundering process, which includes use of commercial laundry detergent manufactured for the purpose of cleaning clothes, linens or other washable fabric, and immersion in hot water during the hot water wash/rinse operation.
