When it comes to disinfecting our barber tools and equipment, we must be very strict with our procedure. We must follow rules and guidelines stated on the back of the package of your barbering equipment as well as the chemicals we will use. Disinfect properly, and you will be one step closer to a great barbering life.
Properly disinfecting your tools and accessories consists of a few steps. I will provide these steps here. Follow these steps and you will perfectly disinfect and be ready for a full day of haircuts. These steps should be done everyday at the end of your workday in order to be ready to go as soon as you arrive to the barbershop. If you would like to check out an INFOGRAPHIC I created in order to simplify the process as well as to make it more fun to read check out the link.
9 STEPS TO DISINFECT YOUR TOOLS -GUARDS, COMBS, and RAZORS
- Grab Your Gloves, Barbacide Jar, Disinfectant Container and Measuring Utensils.
2. Put your gloves on for safety when handling this product.
3. Open the Barbicide container and grab your Teaspoon utensil and measure out 12 teaspoons. Place this amount of barbicide into the Disinfectant Container – 12 teaspoons is equivalent to 2 ounces of liquid, which is the amount you need per 32 ounces of water, according to this product. Read each label of whatever barbicide you will use, in order to use the product properly. Place that amount into the Disinfectant Container.
4. With your Cup container, measure out 3.75 cups of water and pour it into the same jar that you poured the Barbicide into. Make sure both items are properly mixed together. – This is equivalent to 32 ounces of liquid.
5. Begin to insert each clipper guard, comb and razor frame into the disinfectant mixture. – Fit only what you can into the jar. Make sure each tool is properly submerged in the mixture.
6. Set your timer to 10 minutes right after you put the last tool into the mixture. – Most people have phones, therefore you can set a timer right there on the spot, or purchase a timer.
7. After those ten minutes go by, with your tools submerged in the mixture, proceed to take out the tools and rinse under warm water.
8. Place the tools on top of a rag, paper towel, or towel to allow them to dry. – Your tools are now disinfected and ready for next day use.
9. Follow the same procedure (steps 5-8) with all remainder clipper guards, combs, and straight razor frames.
When you follow this procedure, you will not only be complying with state regulating agencies but you will satisfy your customers needs that much more. Disinfect your tools and station and your barbering career will be highlighted and rewarded greatly. If you would like to check out more sanitation products and their descriptions check out the Sanitation subheading under the Accessories Tab. For more information about what sanitation products you must have check out 4 MUST HAVE SANITATION PRODUCTS AT YOUR STATION.
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