Barbershop Clipper and Tool Sanitization Protocol Checklist
Clipper and trimmer blades contact scalp skin and can transmit infections including ringworm (tinea capitis), impetigo, and folliculitis between clients. This protocol ensures complete tool disinfection between every client.
- Industry: Beauty & Wellness
- Frequency: Between Every Client
- Estimated Time: 5-10 minutes
- Role: Licensed Barber
- Total Items: 36
Post-Client Hair Removal
Remove hair from clippers immediately after client.
- All hair brushed from clipper blades before disinfection?
- Blade guard and adjustment lever cleaned of hair buildup?
- Clipper housing wiped free of hair and product?
- Charging contacts cleaned if cordless clipper?
- Blade assessed for wear, rust, or damage - replace if needed?
- Damaged or worn tools flagged for replacement?
Disinfection Method
Apply appropriate disinfection method to clipper blades.
- Spray disinfection: blade sprayed with Barbicide spray or equivalent for required contact time?
- Immersion disinfection: blades submerged in Barbicide solution for minimum 10 minutes?
- Disinfection method used matches state board requirement for clippers?
- Full manufacturer-required contact time completed before removing from disinfectant?
- Blades air-dried after disinfection before oiling?
- Residual disinfectant on blade wiped off with clean cloth before client use?
Blade Oiling and Maintenance
Maintain clipper blades for performance and longevity.
- 2-3 drops of clipper oil applied to blade after disinfection?
- Clipper run briefly to distribute oil through blade teeth?
- Excess oil wiped from blade before use on client?
- Blade gap checked and adjusted if needed for performance?
- Blade temperature checked - not overheating during prolonged use?
- Blade cooling spray available for extended use?
Barbicide Solution Management
Verify Barbicide solution is properly prepared and maintained.
- Barbicide solution changed fresh since previous day?
- Barbicide mixed at correct 2 oz per 32 oz water ratio?
- Solution visually clear blue - not cloudy or contaminated?
- Barbicide container labeled with date mixed?
- Barbicide container covered to prevent evaporation and contamination when not in use?
- Sufficient volume in container to fully submerge implements?
Comb and Brush Disinfection
Disinfect combs, brushes, and picks between clients.
- Hair removed from combs before disinfection?
- Combs immersed in Barbicide for required contact time?
- Picks, tail combs, and teasing combs disinfected between clients?
- Neck brush cleaned and disinfected between clients?
- Disinfected combs stored in clean covered container until next use?
- No combs shared between clients without full disinfection?
Ringworm (Tinea Capitis) Prevention
Verify practices to prevent tinea capitis transmission.
- Client scalp assessed for patches, scaling, or hair loss suggesting fungal infection?
- Service refused if client presents with suspected active scalp infection?
- Fresh towel or neck strip used - no direct clipper contact with cape area?
- Drape and chair cleaned if client had visible scalp condition?
- Staff performing thorough handwashing between all clients?
- Barbers monitoring themselves for signs of occupational skin or scalp infections?
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Why Use This Barbershop Clipper and Tool Sanitization Protocol Checklist?
This barbershop clipper and tool sanitization protocol checklist helps beauty & wellness teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for licensed barber professionals, this checklist covers 36 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: between every client.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Barbershop Clipper and Tool Sanitization Protocol Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 36 inspection items across 6 sections: Post-Client Hair Removal, Disinfection Method, Blade Oiling and Maintenance, Barbicide Solution Management, Comb and Brush Disinfection, Ringworm (Tinea Capitis) Prevention. It is designed for beauty & wellness operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed between every client. Each completion takes approximately 5-10 minutes.
Who should use this Barbershop Clipper and Tool Sanitization Protocol Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Licensed Barber professionals in the beauty & wellness industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.