Wisconsin Administrative Code
Cosmetology Examining Board
Chapter Cos 4 - Sanitation And Safety
Section Cos 4.05 - Procedure for exposure to blood

Universal Citation: WI Admin Code ยง Cos 4.05

Current through November 27, 2023

(1) In the case of any patron injury, such as a scissors cut, razor cut, needle stick, laceration or other exposure to blood, broken skin, or a mucous membrane, the licensee shall do all of the following:

(a) Stop service.

(b) Put gloves on hands.

(c) Assist the client with rinsing the exposed area using soap and water. Pat dry with a towel.

(d) Provide the patron with disinfectant such as iodine, 70% isopropyl alcohol, or 6% stabilized hydrogen peroxide or equivalent.

(e) Provide the patron with an adhesive bandage if appropriate.

(f) Dispose of single-use items in the trash container and clean and disinfect all implements.

(g) Clean and disinfect the workstation.

(h) Remove gloves and wash hands before resuming service.

(2) In the case of any licensee injury that may expose a patron to blood, broken skin, or a mucous membrane, the licensee shall do all of the following:

(a) Stop service.

(b) Explain the situation to the patron.

(c) Rinse the area with soap and water.

(d) Apply disinfectant such as iodine, 70% isopropyl alcohol, or 6% stabilized hydrogen peroxide or equivalent.

(e) Apply an adhesive bandage.

(f) Dispose of single-use items in the trash container.

(g) Put gloves on hands.

(h) Clean and disinfect all implements and clean and disinfect the workstation.

(i) Replace gloves and return to service.

(3) A licensed establishment shall post a written protocol describing the procedure for unintentional occupational exposure to bodily fluids described in subs. (1) and (2). The protocol shall be posted in a place conspicuous to licensees.

Cr. Register, July, 1989, No. 403, eff. 8-1-89; am. (1), Register, May, 1999, No. 521, eff. 6-1-99; correction in (3) made under s. 13.92(4) (b) 7, Stats., Register February 2013 No. 686.

Amended by, CR 20-025: r. and recr. Register July 2021 No. 787, eff. 8/1/2021

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