Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 130 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY
Chapter 130-7 - FEES
Rule 130-7-.04 - Fining Schedule

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 130-7-.04

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024

Any person licensed by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology shall be required to pay to the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology a fine for each of the violations listed under this section. A citation shall be issued by an inspector or representative of the board for violation of the Laws and/or rules and regulations, and shall be given to the licensee to pay within 30 days of the issuance of the citation unless the licensee requests in writing a hearing before the board. Such request for a hearing must be received by the board within 30 days after receiving the citation. Failure either to pay the fine or request a hearing shall result in immediate suspension of the license pending a hearing to determine whether other disciplinary or revocation action should be imposed on the licensee. Repeated violations of the laws and/or rule and regulations shall result in the suspension or revoking of the certificate of registration to practice cosmetology.

(a) Violation Fines for Cosmetology Salons/Shops.

1. Failure to have all persons working currently licensed and/or registered shall result in the following fine: Unlicensed - $500.00; Expired License - $150.00 (O.C.G.A. 43-10-14, 43-10-10)

2. Failure to have a current salon/shop license shall result in the following fine: Unlicensed - $500.00; Expired License - $150.00 (O.C.G.A. 43-10-11).

3. Failure to post individual practitioners license or current copy of online verification in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-4-.08)

4. Failure to post current salon/shop license or current copy of online verification in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-2-.11(3))

5. Failure to have apprentice reports and/or records current shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-2-.06(2)(a),(b),(c))

6. Failure of apprentice to be under direct supervision of their registered master license holder or temporarily designated master license holder shall result in a fine of: $250.00. (Rule 130-2-.06(a),(c), 130-2-.09, 130-4-.06)

7. Failure to have sanitary regulations posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100. (Rule 130-4-.08(4))

8. Failure to post most recent inspection report in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-4-.08(3))

9. Failure to have salon/shop separated by tight, ceiling high partition from residence rooms or other commercial facilities shall result in a fine of: $250.00. (Rule 130-4-.02, 130-4-.03)

10. Failure to have separate outside entrance to salon if in residence shall result in a fine of: $250.00. (Rule 130-4-.02)

11. Failure to have walls, ceiling, floors, furniture, and equipment free from excessive dust, dirt, and debris and all equipment in good/safe/working condition shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-4-.04)

12. Failure to have proper toilet and plumbing facilities shall result in a fine of: $250.00. (Rule 130-4-.05)

13. Failure to have operating hot and cold running water shall result in a fine of: $250.00. (Rule 130-4-.05)

14. Failure to have shampoo bowls thoroughly cleansed and sanitized shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.01)

15. Failure to have cosmetology, nail care, and esthetics implements cleansed and disinfected shall result in a fine of $500.00. (Rule 130-5-.05)

16. Failure to comply with wet disinfection standards for all cosmetology professional implements shall result in a fine of: $250.00. (Rule 130-5-.05)

17. Failure to comply with dry storage standards for all cosmetology professional implements shall result in a fine of: $250.00. (Rule 130-5-.05)

18. Failure to refrain from the use of any type of blade or microplane-like device or any type of device or implement whose purpose is to cut, scrape and/or shred the skin from the bottom of the feet shall result in a fine of: $100.00 (Rule 130-5-.10)

19. Failure to have soiled towels/linens in a closed container shall result in a fine of: $100. (Rule 130-5-.02)

20. Failure to have clean towels/linens in closed container or closed cabinet except towels/linens designated for use on current patrons shall result in a fine of: $150.00. (Rule 130-5-.02)

21. Failure to have creams, lotions, other cosmetics for use on patrons in sanitary, closed container shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.06)

22. Failure to have establishment free from stale food and soiled dishes shall result in a fine of: $150.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

23. Failure to have garbage stored in covered, washable container shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

24. Failure to have waste and garbage removed daily shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

25. Failure of practitioners of the cosmetology professionto wear appropriate clothing and/or footwear at all times during the provision of clinical services to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-5-.09)

26. Failures to have patrons' wear appropriate clothing and/or footwear at all times during the provision of services to prevent exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-5-.08)

27. Failure of the salon/shop owner/manager and master level trainer/supervisor to provide apprentice with current standard textbook and necessary equipment in salon to study the occupation of cosmetology, hair design, esthetics or nail care shall result in a fine of: $150.00. (Rule 130-2-.09)

28. Failure to post signs in clear view in the reception area of the salon/shop as follows:

Cosmetology laws, rules, and regulations are available upon request. All cosmetology services shall only be performed on intact, healthy scalp, skin, and nails. Customers should not shave their legs the same day as receiving pedicure services to reduce the risk of infection. Any razor-like implement, such as a credo blade, shall not be used to reduce the chance of injury or infection. Pumice stones shall not be reused from one customer to another to prevent the spread of bacteria. Non-posting shall result in a fine of: $50.00. (Rule 130-5-.05(6)(a),(b),(c),(d),(e))

(b) Violation Fines for Cosmetology School(s).

1. Failure to have all persons working currently licensed with each license or current copy of online verification posted in an open area shall result in the following fine: Unlicensed - $500.00; Expired License - $300.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-8, 43-10-12, 43-10-14) (Rule 130-3-.17(4))

2. Failure to have all instructor trainees properly identified as such shall result in a fine of: $150.00. (Rule 130-3-.13, 130-3-.17)

3. Failure to have current school license or current copy of online verification posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(1))

4. Failure to have current copy of master license or current copy of online verification for all instructors and instructor trainees posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-12)

5. Failure to have front entrance sign which indicates type of school and exit signs shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(a))

6. Failure to have sign showing "SERVICE BY STUDENTS ONLY" shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(b))

7. Failure to have sign prohibiting pets (except seeing-eye dogs) shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(c))

8. Failure to have laws and rules available in an open area on school premises shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-2-.03(9), 130-3-.01(t), 130-3-17(2))

9. Failure to have most recent inspection report posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(2))

10. Failure to have the following sign posted in an open area and available for public view at all times: "All Cosmetology services shall be performed on intact, healthy scalp, skin, and nails" shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(7)(a))

11. Failure to have students' weekly work sheets of credit hours current and signed by the student and the instructor shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-2-.06(2))

12. Failure to have secured, metal filing cabinets for school and student records shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(a))

13. Failure of students who are performing clinical services on patrons to have completed their initial required 250 hours shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.02(a))

14. Failure to have one (1) wet sanitizer/sterilizer for each workstation shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(c))

15. Failure to have sufficient chalkboards shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(b))

16. Failure to comply with dry storage standards for all cosmetology professional implements: $500.00. (Rule 130-5-.05(3))

17. Failure to have locker space for personal items for each student shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(l))

18. Failure to have audio visual aids shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(s))

19. Failure to have proper lighting shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(7))

20. Failure to have proper ventilation shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(7))

21. Failure to have supply of clean, sanitary drinking water shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(8))

22. Failure to have walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, and equipment free from excessive dust, dirt, and debris and all equipment in good/safe/working condition shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-4-.04)

23. Failure to have separate restrooms for males and females in proper working condition shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.01(b))

24. Failure to have operating hot and cold running water shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-4-.05)

25. Failure to have clean towels/linens in closed container or closed cabinet except towels/linens designated for use on current patrons shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.02)

26. Failure to have garbage stored in a covered, washable container shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

27. Failure to remove waste/garbage daily shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

28. Failure to have soiled towels/linens in a closed container shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.02)

29. Failure to have establishment free from stale food and soiled dishes shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

30. Failure to have creams, lotions, other cosmetics for use on patrons in sanitary closed containers shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.06)

31. Failure to comply with wet disinfection standards and dry storage standards for all cosmetology professional implements shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-5-.05)

32. Failure to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for clinical services to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-5-.08, 130-5-.09)

33. Failure to have all patrons' wear appropriate clothing and footwear to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-5-08, 130-5-.09)

34. Failure to provide all students the complete student kit shall result in a fine of: $300.00 per kit. (Rule 130-2-.03(5))

35. Failure to have separate course of study and required supplies/equipment in hair design, esthetics, and nail technology where enrollment is more than fifteen (15) students in each specialized course of study shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(3))

36. Failure to have one (1) licensed instructor for every twenty (20) students or fraction thereof onsite and present with students shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-12)

37. Failure to maintain library with required books shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(6))

38. Failure to have one mannequin per student shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1))

39. Failure to post the following signs in the pedicure service area available for public view at all times:

Customers should not shave their legs the same day as receiving pedicure services to reduce the risk of infection; any razor-like implement, such as credo blades, shall not be used to prevent the risk of injury or infection; pumice stones shall not be reused from one customer to another to prevent the spread of bacteria shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(7)(a),(b),(c),(d))

40. Failure to have one (1) whirlpool pedicure spa with fixed plumbing, (3) footbaths, and current cleaning and disinfection log shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(p))

41. Failure to have four (4) shampoo basins for enrollment of fifteen (15) students, one additional shampoo basin for each additional fifteen (15) students or fraction thereof shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(d))

42. Failure to have a minimum of seven (7) chair hair dryers for students and one (1) additional chair hair dryer for each additional five (5) students shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(f))

43. Failure to have work stations with mirrors for each individual student shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(g))

44. Failure to have four (4) manicure tables with two (2) chairs each shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(o))

45. Failure to have three (3) facial chairs or cushioned massage tables shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(e))

46. Failure to have shampoo bowls thoroughly cleansed and disinfected shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-5-.01)

(c) Violation Fines for Esthetics Schools.

1. Failure to have all persons working currently licensed with each license or current copy of online verification posted in an open area shall result in the following fine: Unlicensed - $500.00; Expired License - $300.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-8, 43-10-12, 43-10-14) (Rule 130-3-.17(4))

2. Failure to have all instructor trainees properly identified as such shall result in a fine of: $150.00. (Rules 130-3-13, 130-3-.17)

3. Failure to have current school license or current copy of online verification posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(1))

4. Failure to have current copy of master license or current copy of online verification for all instructors and instructor trainees posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-12)

5. Failure to have front entrance sign which indicates type of school and exit signs shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(a))

6. Failure to have sign showing "SERVICE BY STUDENTS ONLY" shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(b))

7. Failure to have sign prohibiting pets (except seeing-eye dogs) shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(c))

8. Failure to have laws and rules available in an open area on school premises shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-2-.03(9), 130-3-.01(t), 130-3-17(2))

9. Failure to have most recent inspection report posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(2))

10. Failure to have the following signs posted in an open area and available for public view at all times: "All Cosmetology services shall be performed on intact, healthy scalp, skin, and nails" shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(6)(a))

11. Failure to have students' weekly work sheets of credit hours current and signed by the student and the instructor shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-2-.06(2))

12. Failure to have secured, metal filing cabinets for school and student records shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(a))

13. Failure of students who are performing clinical services on patrons to have completed their initial required 250 hours shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.05(a))

14. Failure to have one (1) wet sanitizer/sterilizer for each workstation shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(n))

15. Failure to have sufficient chalkboards shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(b))

16. Failure to comply with dry storage standards for all esthetic professional implements shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.05(3))

17. Failure to have locker space for personal items for each student shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(i))

18. Failure to have audio visual aids shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(q))

19. Failure to have proper lighting shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(v))

20. Failure to have proper ventilation shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(u))

21. Failure to have supply of clean, sanitary drinking water shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(1)(x))

22. Failure to have walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, and equipment free from excessive dust, dirt, and debris and all equipment in good/safe/working condition shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-4-.04)

23. Failure to have separate restrooms for males and females in proper working condition shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(t))

24. Failure to have operating hot and cold running water shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(w))

25. Failure to have clean towels/linens in closed container or closed cabinet except towels/linens designated for use on current patrons shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(s))

26. Failure to have garbage stored in a covered, washable container shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

27. Failure to remove waste/garbage daily shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

28. Failure to have soiled towels/linens in a closed container shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(b))

29. Failure to have establishment free from stale food and soiled dishes shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

30. Failure to have creams, lotions, other cosmetics for use on patrons in sanitary closed containers shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.06)

31. Failure to comply with wet disinfection standards and dry storage standards for all cosmetology professional implements shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-5-.05)

32. Failure to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for clinical services to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-5-.08, 130-5-.09)

33. Failure to have all patrons' wear appropriate clothing and footwear to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-5-.08, 130-5-.09)

34. Failure to provide all students the complete student kit shall result in a fine of: $300.00 per kit. (Rule 130-3-.04)

35. Failure to have separate course of study and required supplies/equipment in cosmetology, hair design, and nail technology where enrollment is more than fifteen (15) students in each specialized course of study shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(3))

36. Failure to have one (1) licensed instructor for every twenty (20) students or fraction thereof onsite and present with students shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-12)

37. Failure to maintain library with required books shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(6))

38. Failure to have one mannequin per student shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(l))

39. Failure to provide one (1) head form or chart per class shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(k))

40. Failure to have one (1) set of facial equipment per each two (2) work stations or positions to include steamer, one magnification lamp shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(g))

41. Failure to have one (1) set of facial equipment per each four (4) workstations or positions to include, brushing, vacuum ionizatian, glasselectrode, or high frequency galvanic or cathodic current, disincrustion machine, spray or mister shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(f))

42. Failure to have one (1) workstation or position with mirrors per two (2) students shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(e))

43. Failure to have eight (8) facial chairs or cushioned massage tables shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(d))

44. Failure to provide one (1) lavatory bowl for up to fifteen (15) students shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.4(1)(c))

45. Failure to have one (1) properly lighted make-up area shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.04(1)(j))

(d) Violation Fines for Nail Schools.

1. Failure to have all persons working currently licensed with each license or current copy of online verification posted in an conspicuous place open area shall result in a fine of: Unlicensed - $500.00; Expired License - $300.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-8, 43-10-12, 43-10-14) (Rule 130-3-.17(14))

2. Failure to have all instructor trainees properly identified as such shall result in a fine of: $150.00. (Rule 130-3-.17)

3. Failure to have current school license or current copy of online verification posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.17)(1))

4. Failure to have current copy of master license or current copy of online verification for all instructors and instructor trainees posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-12)

5. Failure to have front entrance sign which indicates type of school and exit signs shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(1)(b))

6. Failure to have sign showing "SERVICE BY STUDENTS ONLY" shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(1)(b))

7. Failure to have sign prohibiting pets (except seeing-eye dogs) shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(1)(c))

8. Failure to have laws and rules available in an open area on school premises shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-2-.03(9), 130-3-.01(t), 130-3-17(2))

9. Failure to have most recent inspection report posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(2))

10. Failure to have the following signs posted in an open area and available for public view at all times: All Cosmetology services shall be performed on intact, healthy scalp, skin, and nails shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(6)(a))

11. Failure to have students' weekly work sheets of credit hours current and signed by the student and the instructor shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-2-.06(2))

12. Failure to have secured, metal filing cabinets for school and student records shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(a))

13. Failure of students who are performing clinical services on patrons to have completed their initial required 140 hours shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.08(a))

14. Failure to have one (1) wet sanitizer/sterilizer for each workstation shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1)(c))

15. Failure to have sufficient chalkboards shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.07(1)(b))

16. Failure to comply with dry storage standards for all nail technology professional implements shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.05(3))

17. Failure to have locker space for personal items for each student shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.07(1)(d))

18. Failure to have audio visual aids shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.07(1)(c))

19. Failure to have proper lighting shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(7))

20. Failure to have proper ventilation shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(7), 130-3-07(1)(g))

21. Failure to have supply of clean, sanitary drinking water shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(8))

22. Failure to have walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, and equipment free from excessive dust, dirt, and debris and all equipment in good/safe/working condition shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-4-.04)

23. Failure to have separate restrooms for males and females in proper working condition shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.01(b))

24. Failure to have operating hot and cold running water shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-4-.05)

25. Failure to have clean towels/linens in closed container or closed cabinet except towels/linens designated for use on current patrons shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rules 130-5-.02, 130-3-.07(1)(k))

26. Failure to have garbage stored in a covered, washable container shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rules 130-5-.04, 130-3-.07(1)(j))

27. Failure to remove waste/garbage daily shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

28. Failure to have soiled towels/linens in a closed container shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rules 130-5-.02, 130-3-.07(1)(l))

29. Failure to have establishment free from stale food and soiled dishes shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

30. Failure to have creams, lotions, other cosmetics for use on patrons in sanitary closed containers shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.06)

31. Failure to comply with wet disinfection standards and dry storage standards for all cosmetology professional implements shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-5-.05)

32. Failure to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for clinical services to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-3-.08, 130-5-.09)

33. Failure to have all patrons' wear appropriate clothing and footwear to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-5-.08, 130-5-.09)

34. Failure to provide all students the complete student kit shall result in a fine of: $300.00 per kit. (Rule 130-2-.03(5))

35. Failure to have separate course of study and required supplies/equipment in cosmetology, hair design, and esthetics where enrollment is more than fifteen (15) students in each specialized course of study shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(3))

36. Failure to have one (1) licensed instructor for every twenty (20) students or fraction thereof onsite and present with students shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-12)

37. Failure to maintain library with required books shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(6))

38. Failure to have one set of mannequin hands per student shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(1),(9))

39. Failure to post the following signs in the pedicure service area available for public view at all times:

Customers should not shave their legs the same day as receiving pedicure services to reduce the risk of infection; any razor-like implement, such as credo blades, shall not be used to prevent the risk of injury or infection; pumice stones shall not be reused from one customer to another to prevent the spread of bacteria shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(7)(a),(b),(c),(d))

40. Failure to have one (1) whirlpool pedicure spa with fixed plumbing, (3) footbaths, and current cleaning and disinfection log shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.07(r))

41. Failure to have a minimum of four (4) lavatory bowls separate from restrooms for manicuring students and one (1) additional sink for each fifteen (15) students or fraction thereof shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.07(1)(f))

42. Failure to have fifteen (15) manicuring tables or one (1) work space with adequate light for every student shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.07(1)(g))

43. Failure to have manicuring bowl and nail brushes for each student shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.07(1)(p))

44. Failure to have sufficient trays for nail care supplies shall result in a fine of: $300.00.

(Rule 130-3-.07(1)(n))

45. Failure to provide implements for the application of artificial nails, nail wraps and nail tips shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.07(7))

(e) Violation Fines for Hair Designer School(s).

1. Failure to have all persons working currently licensed with each license or current copy of online verification posted in an open area shall result in the following fine: Unlicensed - $500.00; Expired License - $300.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-8, 43-10-12, 43-10-14) (Rule 130-3-.17(4))

2. Failure to have all instructor trainees properly identified as such shall result in a fine of: $150.00. (Rules 130-3-.13, 130-3-.17(4))

3. Failure to have current school license or current copy of online verification posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(1))

4. Failure to have current copy of master license or current copy of online verification for all instructors and instructor trainees posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-12)

5. Failure to have front entrance sign which indicates type of school and exit signs shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(1)(a))

6. Failure to have sign showing "SERVICE BY STUDENTS ONLY" shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(1)(b))

7. Failure to have sign prohibiting pets (except seeing-eye dogs) shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(1)(c))

8. Failure to have laws and rules available in an open area on school premises shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-2-.03(9), 130-3-.01(t), 130-3-17(2))

9. Failure to have most recent inspection report posted in an open area shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(2))

10. Failure to have the following signs posted in an open area and available for public view at all times: All Cosmetology services shall be performed on intact, healthy scalp, skin, and nails shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.17(6)(a))

11. Failure to have students' weekly work sheets of credit hours current and signed by the student and the instructor shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-2-.06(2))

12. Failure to have secured, metal filing cabinets for school and student records shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.10(1)(a))

13. Failure of students who are performing clinical services on patrons to have completed their initial required 250 hours shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.11(a))

14. Failure to have one (1) wet sanitizer/sterilizer for each workstation shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.10(1)(c))

15. Failure to have sufficient chalkboards shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-5-.10(1)(b))

16. Failure to comply with dry storage standards for all Hair Design professional implements shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-5-.05(3))

17. Failure to have locker space for personal items for each student shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rule 130-3-.10(1)(k))

18. Failure to have audio visual aids shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.10(1)(m))

19. Failure to have proper lighting shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(7))

20. Failure to have proper ventilation shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(7))

21. Failure to have supply of clean, sanitary drinking water shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(8))

22. Failure to have walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, and equipment free from excessive dust, dirt, and debris and all equipment in good/safe/working condition shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-4-.04)

23. Failure to have separate restrooms for males and females in proper working condition shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.01(b))

24. Failure to have operating hot and cold running water shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-4-.05)

25. Failure to have clean towels/linens in closed container or closed cabinet except towels/linens designated for use on current patrons shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.02)

26. Failure to have garbage stored in a covered, washable container shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

27. Failure to remove waste/garbage daily shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

28. Failure to have soiled towels/linens in a closed container shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.02)

29. Failure to have establishment free from stale food and soiled dishes shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.04)

30. Failure to have creams, lotions, other cosmetics for use on patrons in sanitary closed containers shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-5-.06)

31. Failure to comply with wet disinfection standards and dry storage standards for all cosmetology professional implements shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-5-.05)

32. Failure to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for clinical services to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-5-.08, 130-5-.09)

33. Failure to have all patrons' wear appropriate clothing and footwear to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials shall result in a fine of: $100.00. (Rules 130-5-.08, 130-5-.09)

34. Failure to provide all students the complete student kit shall result in a fine of: $300.00 per kit. (Rule 130-3-.10(1)(p))

35. Failure to have separate course of study and required supplies/equipment in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology where enrollment is more than fifteen (15) students in each specialized course of study shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-3-.01(3))

36. Failure to have one (1) licensed instructor for every twenty (20) students or fraction thereof onsite and present with students shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (O.C.G.A. 43-10-12)

37. Failure to maintain library with required books shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-2-.03(6))

38. Failure to have one mannequin per student shall result in a fine of: $200.00. (Rule 130-3-.10(1)(h))

39. Failure to have four (4) shampoo basins for enrollment of fifteen (15) students, one additional shampoo basin for each additional fifteen (15) students or fraction thereof shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.10(1)(d))

40. Failure to have a minimum of seven (7) chair hair dryers for students and one (1) additional chair hair dryer for each additional five (5) students shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.10(1)(e))

41. Failure to have work stations with mirrors for each individual student shall result in a fine of: $300.00. (Rule 130-3-.1001(1)(f))

42. Failure to have shampoo bowls thoroughly cleansed and disinfected shall result in a fine of: $500.00. (Rule 130-5-.01)

O.C.G.A. Sections 43-1-7, 43-10-2, 43-10-6, 43-10-11, and 43-10-15.

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