HAWAII BARBER STATE BOARD PRACTICE EXAM

HAWAII BARBER STATE BOARD PRACTICE EXAM

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• What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a barber license in Hawaii?
• 16 years old
• 17 years old
• 18 years old
• 21 years old
• How many hours of barbering training must an applicant complete before

taking the licensing exam?

• 800 hours
• 900 hours
• 1,000 hours
• 1,200 hours
• Which of the following is required to properly disinfect combs and tools?

a) Rinse with water only

b) Wipe with a dry cloth

c) Use an EPA-registered disinfectant

d) Soak in plain water

4. Before performing a shave service, a barber must:

a) Use any type of razor available

b) Shave without disinfecting the skin

c) Use a clean, sterilized razor and apply a pre-shave antiseptic

d) Skip skin preparation if the client has no visible cuts 1 / 3

• Which action is considered a violation of sanitation standards?

a) Washing hands before each client

b) Disinfecting all tools after every use

c) Reusing a single-use razor blade

d) Wearing gloves during chemical treatments

• How often must a barber shop's restroom be cleaned?

a) Weekly

b) Daily

c) Multiple times per day

d) Monthly

• When should a barber renew their license?

a) Every year

b) Every two years

c) Every five years

d) Only when the license expires

• Which of the following diseases requires a barber to refer a client to a

medical professional and avoid cutting the affected area?

a) Common cold

b) Tinea barbae (barber’s itch)

c) Seasonal allergies

d) Minor sunburn

• What is the proper way to store disinfected combs and tools?

a) In an open container on the counter

b) In a drawer with other items

c) In a clean, covered container

d) On a wet towel

• How should blood spills be handled in a barber shop?

a) Clean with water and soap only

b) Use gloves, disinfect with an EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant, and

properly dispose of contaminated materials 2 / 3

c) Ignore if it’s a small amount

d) Wipe with a dry paper towel

• Which piece of equipment is essential for sterilizing tools in a barber shop?

a) UV sanitizer

b) Autoclave

c) Barbicide

d) Towel warmer

• How long should disinfectant solutions be effective on tools for proper

sanitation?

• 30 seconds
• 1 minute
• 10 minutes
• 1 hour
• What should be done immediately after finishing a haircut?

a) Leave the hair on the floor until the end of the day

b) Sweep and disinfect the workstation

c) Clean and disinfect all tools and the workstation

d) Just brush off the chair

• What is the correct way to handle towels in a barber shop?

a) Use the same towel for multiple clients

b) Wash towels after every use

c) Use clean towels for each client and launder them properly

d) Dry towels on a shelf

• What is a sign of scalp infection that a barber should recognize?

a) Dry skin only

b) Redness, pustules, or open sores

c) Normal hair shedding

d) Dandruff only

16. Barbers must keep a record of:

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