EXAM NEWEST EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT

Minnesota BARBER STATE BOARD PRACTICE

EXAM NEWEST EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT

DETAILED ANSWERS 2025 (VERIFIED ANSWERS)

• What is the primary purpose of using a disinfectant on barber tools?

a) To clean dirt and grease

b) To kill or inhibit microorganisms

c) To polish the tools

d) To lubricate moving parts

Answer: b) To kill or inhibit microorganisms

• How long should a barber wash their hands before and after each client?
• 5 seconds

b) At least 20 seconds

• 1 minute

d) No need if wearing gloves

• Which of the following is NOT a required item in a Minnesota barber shop

sanitation kit?

a) Barbicide or EPA-registered disinfectant

b) Clean towels 1 / 3

c) Single-use neck strips

d) Razor blades for reuse

• What should you do if you accidentally cut a client during a haircut or shave?

a) Ignore it and continue

b) Stop, apply antiseptic, and bandage the cut

c) Rinse with water only

d) Ask the client to leave

• How often should a barber clean and disinfect combs and brushes?

a) Weekly

b) After each use

c) Monthly

d) Only if visibly dirty

• What is the correct angle to hold a straight razor when shaving?
• 15 degrees
• 30 degrees
• 45 degrees
• 60 degrees

• What is the minimum temperature that hot water should be when cleaning

tools for proper sanitation?

• 60°F (16°C)
• 75°F (24°C)
• 110°F (43°C)
• 150°F (65°C)

• Which of the following practices is NOT allowed in a Minnesota barber shop?

a) Using single-use disposable razors 2 / 3

b) Disinfecting tools after each use

c) Sharing towels between clients without laundering

d) Wearing gloves when performing chemical treatments

• What is the best method to sterilize metal barber tools?

a) Boiling in water

b) Using an autoclave

c) Soaking in warm soapy water

d) Wiping with alcohol

• How should a barber dispose of used razor blades?

a) Throw them in the trash

b) Place them in a sharps container

c) Reuse after disinfecting

d) Flush down the sink

• Which government agency regulates the use of chemical disinfectants in

barber shops?

a) FDA

b) OSHA

c) EPA

d) CDC

• What type of disinfectant is most effective for killing bacteria, viruses, and

fungi on barber tools?

a) Detergent

b) Alcohol-based sanitizer

c) EPA-registered hospital disinfectant

d) Soap and water

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