Idaho Admin. Code r. 24.28.01.010 - DEFINITIONS
01.
Clean . Removal of visible or
surface debris, washing with soap and water, detergent or chemical "cleaner."
Cleaning prepares non-porous items for disinfection, but cleaning does not make
multi-use items safe for use. (3-28-23)
02.
Clinical Services or Clinical
Work. Performing hands-on acts or techniques within the scope of
practice of a profession regulated by the Board. (3-28-23)
03.
Disinfect . The process of
making a non-porous item safe for use. Disinfecting requires the use of a
chemical intended to kill or denature a bacteria, virus or fungus. Items to be
disinfected must be cleaned prior to disinfection. Ultraviolet (UV) light is
not acceptable for disinfection. (3-28-23)
04.
Disinfectant . Disinfectant
registered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and is
bactericidal, virucidal and fungicidal with effectiveness against
staphylococcus aureus (including methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus
(MRSA)), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and hepatitis B (HEPB). This
includes EPA registered Sodium Hypochlorite 5.25% or higher (household bleach)
with instructions for disinfection, diluted as instructed on the label and
observing the contact time listed on the manufacturer's label. Bleach must be
active (not expired) with a manufacture date of less than six (6) months prior
to use. (3-28-23)
05.
Facility . A retail cosmetics dealer, a retail thermal styling
equipment dealer, or a makeover or glamour photography business.
(3-28-23)
06.
First-Aid
Kit. First-aid kit means a packaged and identifiable assortment of
medical supplies, including adhesive bandages, skin antiseptic, disposable
gloves, and gauze. (3-28-23)
07.
Patron . Patron means any person who receives the services of
anyone licensed, certificated or otherwise regulated by the provisions of
Chapter 58, Title 54, Idaho Code. (3-28-23)
08.
Record of Instruction . The
final documentation of total hours and operations completed by a student that
is maintained by a school or, in the case of an apprentice, by the instructor.
(3-28-23)
09.
Single-Use . Any non-electrical item that cannot be properly
cleaned and disinfected is considered single-use . This includes, but is not
limited to, pumice stones, buffing blocks, wooden cuticle pushers, cotton
balls, pads or swabs, toe separators and flip flops, and all nail files or
emery boards that are not made entirely of metal, glass, or crystal.
(3-28-23)
10.
Sterilize . The eradication of all microbial life through the use
of heat, steam or chemical sterilants. Items to be sterilized must be cleaned
prior to sterilization. (3-28-23)
11.
Sterilant . Autoclaves or dry
heat sterilizers approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration and
spore tested through an independent lab at least once every thirty (30) days.
Sterilants must be used only as instructed by the manufacturer. Spore testing
results and maintenance records for the most recent twelve (12) months must be
kept onsite at the establishment. (3-28-23)
Notes
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