Hair Salon Infection Control and Bloodborne Pathogen Compliance Audit
Cosmetology establishments are classified as occupationally exposed workplaces under OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. This quarterly audit ensures your salon's exposure control program remains compliant and effective.
- Industry: Beauty & Wellness
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
- Role: Salon Owner / Compliance Manager
- Total Items: 36
Exposure Control Plan
Verify the written Exposure Control Plan is current and complete.
- Written Exposure Control Plan (ECP) exists and is accessible?
- ECP reviewed and updated within the past 12 months?
- ECP accessible to all employees at any time?
- ECP identifies all job classifications with potential exposure?
- ECP lists specific tasks and procedures involving blood exposure risk?
- ECP describes engineering controls, work practice controls, and PPE?
Training Records
Verify all required BBP training is documented.
- All employees trained in BBP standard before exposure risk?
- Annual BBP refresher training documented for all employees?
- Training records retained for 3 years minimum?
- Training records include date, trainer name, and employee signature?
- New hires trained before working with clients?
- Training content covers all required OSHA topics?
Sharps Management
Verify proper sharps handling and disposal.
- Sharps containers present at all areas where sharps are used?
- All sharps containers labeled with biohazard symbol?
- No sharps containers overfilled (not more than 3/4 full)?
- Contract with licensed medical waste hauler for sharps disposal?
- No recapping of used razor blades or needle-like implements?
- Sharps container replacement schedule established?
PPE Program
Verify PPE program meets OSHA requirements.
- PPE provided at no cost to employees?
- Gloves available in multiple sizes for all employees?
- Non-latex alternative gloves available for latex-sensitive employees?
- Eye protection (goggles or face shield) available for chemical services?
- PPE inspected regularly and replaced when damaged?
- PPE stored appropriately to prevent contamination?
Post-Exposure Procedures
Verify post-exposure response procedures are established.
- Post-exposure procedures documented in ECP?
- Confidential medical evaluation available after any exposure incident?
- Sharps injury log maintained (required for 10+ employee businesses)?
- All exposure incidents reported and documented promptly?
- Employee medical records retained for employment duration plus 30 years?
- Post-exposure counseling and follow-up medical care available?
Sanitation System Audit
Audit overall sanitation system for effectiveness.
- Daily sanitation logs complete and accurate for past quarter?
- All disinfectants EPA-registered and appropriate for intended use?
- Sanitation procedures posted at each station in visible location?
- Previous audit findings resolved?
- All documentation ready for state board inspection request?
- Any identified gaps have documented improvement plan with deadline?
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Why Use This Hair Salon Infection Control and Bloodborne Pathogen Compliance Audit?
This hair salon infection control and bloodborne pathogen compliance audit helps beauty & wellness teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for salon owner / compliance manager professionals, this checklist covers 36 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Hair Salon Infection Control and Bloodborne Pathogen Compliance Audit cover?
This checklist covers 36 inspection items across 6 sections: Exposure Control Plan, Training Records, Sharps Management, PPE Program, Post-Exposure Procedures, Sanitation System Audit. It is designed for beauty & wellness operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.
Who should use this Hair Salon Infection Control and Bloodborne Pathogen Compliance Audit?
This checklist is designed for Salon Owner / Compliance 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.