Barbershop State Board Inspection Readiness Checklist
State barber board inspections can be unannounced at any time. This readiness audit identifies common violations before an inspector arrives, allowing corrections that protect your license and business.
- Industry: Beauty & Wellness
- Frequency: Monthly
- Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
- Role: Barbershop Owner / Manager
- Total Items: 36
License Posting Requirements
Verify all required licenses are posted per state board requirements.
- Barbershop establishment license posted in visible location?
- All individual barber licenses posted at respective workstations?
- No expired licenses posted - all current?
- Apprentice or temporary permits posted if applicable?
- Service price list posted per state consumer protection requirements?
- State board consumer complaint information posted?
Sanitation Documentation
Verify required sanitation documentation is complete.
- Daily sanitation log maintained and current?
- Log entries complete for every business day with barber initials?
- Disinfectant product name and EPA number documented in log?
- SDS binder complete for all chemical products?
- BBP training records for all barbers accessible and current?
- Exposure incident log available (even if no incidents)?
Physical Sanitation State
Verify physical sanitation of shop is inspection-ready.
- All stations clean, organized, and disinfected?
- All implements in clean covered containers or disinfectant solution?
- Barbicide containers clean, labeled, and fresh?
- Floors swept and mopped?
- Restrooms (if applicable) clean and stocked?
- No excess clutter or personal items in client service areas?
Chemical Compliance
Verify chemical storage and safety compliance.
- All chemical products labeled with product name?
- No unlabeled chemical containers?
- Flammable products stored away from heat and ignition sources?
- No expired products in use?
- Barbicide at correct dilution?
- Sharps containers present and compliant?
Equipment Compliance
Verify equipment meets state board requirements.
- Hot towel cabinet clean and towels properly stored?
- UV sanitizer box present if required by state?
- Hot and cold running water available at shop?
- Clean towels stored in closed containers or cabinet?
- No damaged electrical cords or unsafe electrical conditions?
- Adequate ventilation for chemical services?
Common Violation Prevention
Check for items that commonly generate state board violations.
- No double-dipping practices observed in shop?
- Single-use razor compliance confirmed for all barbers?
- Disinfectant contact time being observed (not wiped off immediately)?
- No food or drink in client service areas?
- No animals in service area (except service animals per ADA)?
- All violations from previous state board inspection corrected?
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Why Use This Barbershop State Board Inspection Readiness Checklist?
This barbershop state board inspection readiness checklist helps beauty & wellness teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for barbershop owner / manager professionals, this checklist covers 36 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Barbershop State Board Inspection Readiness Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 36 inspection items across 6 sections: License Posting Requirements, Sanitation Documentation, Physical Sanitation State, Chemical Compliance, Equipment Compliance, Common Violation Prevention. It is designed for beauty & wellness operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.
Who should use this Barbershop State Board Inspection Readiness Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Barbershop Owner / Manager 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.