Barbershop Daily Sanitation and Opening Safety Checklist
Barbershops present unique infection control challenges due to the use of straight razors and neck shaving tools. This daily checklist ensures compliance with state barber board sanitation standards and OSHA bloodborne pathogen requirements.
- Industry: Beauty & Wellness
- Frequency: Daily (Opening)
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Barber / Shop Owner
- Total Items: 36
Barber Chair and Station Sanitation
Verify chair and station are properly sanitized.
- Barber chair headrest, armrests, and back disinfected with EPA-registered product?
- Station counter and mirror cleaned?
- Single-use neck strips stocked?
- Clean barber capes available - previously used capes in laundry?
- Disinfectant solution fresh and within effective concentration?
- Hair and debris swept from floor - clean for opening?
Clipper and Trimmer Blade Sanitation
Verify clippers and trimmers are properly maintained.
- All clipper and trimmer blades brushed free of hair?
- Blades disinfected with blade disinfectant spray or immersion?
- Blades lightly oiled after disinfection to prevent corrosion?
- Worn or damaged blades removed from service?
- Clipper motors functioning without overheating?
- Clipper cords free of damage?
Straight Razor Safety
Verify straight razor handling and safety protocols.
- Single-use disposable blades used if not performing full straight razor service?
- Replaceable blade holders used with new blade for each client?
- No razor blades reused between clients?
- Used razor blades disposed in sharps container - not regular trash?
- Liquid styptic or styptic powder available (not shared pencil) for minor nicks?
- Bloodborne pathogen exposure kit accessible?
Comb, Brush, and Implement Disinfection
Verify all combs, brushes, and implements are properly disinfected.
- All combs cleaned and immersed in Barbicide or equivalent for required contact time?
- Neck and hairline brushes cleaned and disinfected?
- Shaving brushes cleaned and disinfected - or single-use used?
- Barbicide solution changed fresh (not reused from previous day)?
- Barbicide mixed at correct dilution ratio (2 oz per 32 oz water)?
- Clean and unclean implements stored in separate labeled containers?
Shop Safety Systems
Verify shop safety systems are operational.
- First aid kit stocked and accessible?
- Sharps container in place and not overfilled?
- Handwashing sink with soap and paper towels operational?
- Fire extinguisher in place and current inspection?
- Emergency exits clear and unlocked?
- Chemicals (Barbicide, alcohol, sprays) stored properly - flammables away from heat?
Licenses and Compliance
Verify licenses and compliance documents are current.
- All barber licenses current and posted at individual stations?
- Barbershop establishment license current and posted?
- All barbers have current (within 1 year) bloodborne pathogen training?
- SDS binder current for all chemical products?
- Daily sanitation log maintained and current?
- Shop ready for unannounced state board inspection?
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Why Use This Barbershop Daily Sanitation and Opening Safety Checklist?
This barbershop daily sanitation and opening safety checklist helps beauty & wellness teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for barber / shop owner professionals, this checklist covers 36 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily (opening).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Barbershop Daily Sanitation and Opening Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 36 inspection items across 6 sections: Barber Chair and Station Sanitation, Clipper and Trimmer Blade Sanitation, Straight Razor Safety, Comb, Brush, and Implement Disinfection, Shop Safety Systems, Licenses and Compliance. It is designed for beauty & wellness operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily (opening). Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Barbershop Daily Sanitation and Opening Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Barber / Shop Owner 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.