ALASKA BARBER STATE BOARD PRACTICE EXAM

ALASKA BARBER STATE BOARD PRACTICE EXAM

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• What is the minimum number of hours required to complete barber training

in Alaska?

• 1000 hours
• 1650 hours
• 2000 hours
• 1200 hours

• Which of the following is the best way to prevent the spread of infection in a

barbershop?

• Wiping tools on a towel
• Washing tools in warm water only
• Disinfecting tools after each client
• Storing tools in a drawer

3. A barber’s license in Alaska must be renewed:

• Every 3 years
• Every 6 months
• Every 5 years
• Every 2 years

• Which agency sets sanitation and disinfection standards in barbershops in

Alaska? 1 / 3

A. EPA

B. CDC

• Alaska Board of Barbers and Hairdressers

D. OSHA

• What is the proper angle for holding a straight razor when shaving?
• 10 degrees
• 30 degrees
• 45 degrees
• 60 degrees

• What should a barber do if a client is accidentally cut during a shave?
• Ignore it
• Stop service and follow blood exposure procedures
• Use the same tools and continue
• Tell the client to go to a doctor

7. The primary purpose of a neck strip or towel is to:

• Make the client comfortable
• Wipe off tools
• Prevent cape from touching the client's skin
• Clean the client’s face

• Which of the following is considered a disinfectant?
• Soap and water
• EPA-registered solution
• Bleach mixed with water only
• Hand sanitizer
• / 3

9. A taper haircut blends hair from:

• Shorter at the bottom to longer at the top
• Same length all over
• Longer at the bottom to shorter at the top
• One length at all sides

10. The term “effleurage” refers to:

• Deep kneading massage
• Light stroking massage
• Vibration massage
• Friction massage

• Which type of shampoo should be used on dry scalp?
• Medicated shampoo
• Moisturizing shampoo
• Clarifying shampoo
• Volumizing shampoo

• What is the safest method to test the temperature of hot wax?
• Use a metal spoon
• Apply a small amount to your wrist
• Ask the client
• Dip your finger quickly

13. The hair cutting technique that removes weight is called:

• Texturizing
• Blunt cutting
• Blocking
• Parting
• / 3