Barber and Beauty Shops, SASC-S- 14

SASC-S-14
BARBER AND BEAUTY SHOPS
This Section describes the public health requirements for barber and beauty shops. Compliance with facility and
equipment requirements, as well as good operating practices, will safeguard operators and customers from the
potential spread of communicable disease. NOTE: All sub-sections should be read in conjunction with
referenced documents listed at the end of this Section.
DEFINITIONS:
All Purpose Detergent: A powder or liquid detergent suitable both for laundering and for other household
cleaning.
Beauty Bar: A toilet bar used primarily for cleansing of the skin and complexion care.
Closed: Without openings large enough for the entrance of insects. An opening of 0.8 mm (1/32 inch) or less is
'closed'
Coat: To cover with something, i.e. coat the chicken with breadcrumbs.
Disinfect: To kill infectious microorganisms outside the body by chemical or physical means. Some bacterial
spore forming organisms may survive the process, but all other microorganisms are reduced to insignificant
levels or eliminated completely.
Easily Cleanable: Readily accessible, made of such material and finish, and fabricated such that all surfaces
can be washed and sanitized, and that residues may be effectively removed, by normal cleaning methods.
Hot Water: Potable water that meets the specific temperature requirement appropriate for the facility.
Hot Water Booster: Electric, steam or gas heated insulated tank or coil used to raise the incoming hot water
from house temperature to sanitizing temperature, as required by code. Booster may be mounted inside
housing or at end of warewashing machine, under warewashing table, or may be remotely located.
Liquid Chlorine Bleach: A solution of sodium hypochlorite, a highly active oxidizing agent. Liquid chlorine
bleach is also called household bleach or simply liquid bleach, and is commonly distributed as an
approximately five per cent solution of sodium hypochlorite.
Vacuum Breaker: A device for relieving a vacuum or partial vacuum formed in a pipeline, thereby preventing
backsiphonage.
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1.1

Floors shall be constructed of smooth, impervious and easily cleanable materials.

1.2

Walls and ceilings shall have a smooth, washable, light colored surface.

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Doors and windows: All openings to the outside shall have tight-fitting, self-closing, solid doors or
glazed windows that preclude the entrance of insects and rodents. All outer doors and windows that
will remain open shall be screened. Screen doors shall be self-closing and shall open outwards.

1.4

Illumination: A minimum of 755 Lux (70 foot-candles) of natural and artificial illumination measured
76 centimeters (30 inches) above the floor shall be provided in all areas where the customer is served
or instruments are cleaned and sanitized.
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1.5

Ventilation: All rooms shall be sufficiently ventilated to keep them free of excessive heat, steam and
condensation in accordance with Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (e.g. SAES-K-30).

1.6

Water Supply: Hot and cold running water which complies with requirements equivalent to those
outlined in Section SASC-S-01 of this Code shall be provided to all hand washbasins and sinks.

1.7

Sewage shall be disposed of in accordance with requirements equivalent to those outlined in Section
SASC-S-02 of this Code.

1.8

Plumbing fixtures shall be properly trapped and vented in accordance with standards equivalent to
the Saudi Aramco Plumbing Code. A vacuum breaker shall be provided between any fixture equipped
with a hose and the water supply line.

1.9

Both handwashing facilities and separate hair care sinks shall be provided. Janitor's sinks and
utility sinks, if provided, are not acceptable substitutes for either hand washbasins or hair care sinks
and shall not be used as such.
1.9.1

Handwashing facilities that are constructed or remodeled shall be provided with tempered
water from a self-closing combination or premixing faucet which supplies warm water for a
minimum of 15 seconds while both hands are free for washing and rinsing. A foot, knee or
elbow operated combination or premixing faucet may be substituted for a self-closing faucet.
The manually operated, stem-type hot and cold mixing valves currently installed in existing
facilities should be scheduled for remodeling at the earliest possible date.

1.9.2

Handwashing cleanser and single-use paper towels shall be provided in dispensers located
next to hand washbasins (common towels are prohibited). The supply of cleanser and paper
towels shall be maintained at all times. A refuse container lined with a disposable plastic bag
shall be provided adjacent to paper towel dispensers. The refuse container may be used for
combined disposal of paper towels and barber/beauty wastes and shall, therefore, be
covered (preferably with a pedal activated lift-lid).

1.10

Storage cabinets, shelves, drawers, etc. shall be provided to properly segregate and store equipment,
supplies, hair care products, clean linen, etc. Cleaning materials and chemicals shall be stored
separately from hair care and beauty products.

1.11

No portion of a barber/beauty shop shall be used as sleeping or living quarters.

1.12

The barber/beauty shop, and all parts of the property used directly or indirectly in connection with
the operation of the shop, shall be kept free of public health nuisances (see Section SASC-S-18).

CLEANING AND DISINFECTION

2.1

Brushes, clips, combs, rollers, scissors, tweezers, and other hair care or beauty instruments
and accessories which have been used on a customer, or soiled in any manner, shall be placed in a
properly labeled receptacle provided for the purpose; such instruments and accessories shall not be
used on another customer until they have been properly cleaned and disinfected. Brushes are
prohibited for the application of shaving foams or creams. (Refer to sub-section 5.13 of this Code
Section)
2.1.1

Combs, brushes, etc. shall be cleaned with soap (or detergent) and hot water (minimum
temperature of 49C {120F}) to remove all foreign matter that might harbor bacteria.

2.1.2

Combs, brushes, hair accessories, tweezers, scissors, and other non-electric instruments
shall be disinfected by immersion for at least 2.0 minutes in a solution containing at least
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1,000 milligrams per liter (1,000 parts per million) of a quaternary ammonium compound, or
a solution containing at least 500 milligrams per liter of calcium hypochlorite.
2.1.3

Immersion in other effective disinfectant which is used in accordance with the

manufacturers recommendations may be permitted by Environmental Protection
Department (EPD) if the product is specifically designed for disinfection of hair care
instruments and is generally recognized as being safe and non-hazardous to humans.

2.2

Manicure instruments shall be disinfected prior to each use by the method described in subsection 2.1 above. Instruments or attachments which cannot be properly disinfected shall be disposed
of immediately after use.

2.3

Clippers, vibrators, and other electrical instruments that touch a customer's skin, hair or clothing,
shall be disinfected prior to each use. The method of disinfection recommended by the manufacturer
shall be followed.

2.4

For disinfection of instruments that cannot otherwise be sterilized by solutions, other suitable
means must be provided such as an ultraviolet sterilizer. Equipment must be installed and operated in
accordance with manufacturers instructions and approved by EPD.

HAIR CARE AND BEAUTY PRODUCTS

3.1

All lotions, powders, soaps, cosmetics, creams, oils, liquids, ointments, or any other substance,
shall not contain toxic or injurious acids, metals or other chemicals.

3.2

All bottles and containers used shall be distinctly and correctly labeled to disclose their
contents. All bottles containing poisonous substances shall be additionally and distinctly marked as
such, and shall be stored separately.

PERSONNEL
4.1

Operators shall have a valid photo identification card in their possession that identifies them as
being a barber, beautician, cosmetologist or related practitioner. Identification cards are not
transferable.

4.2

Operators shall be thoroughly trained and qualified in all aspects of the specific tasks assigned to
them.

4.3

No operator shall be permitted to carry any instrument or supplies in or on a garment or uniform.

4.4

Operators shall have a valid medical examination certificate.

4.4.1

As a minimum, all operators shall be given a physical health examination prior to

commencement of employment, whenever necessitated by illness or injury and whenever
requested by Saudi Aramco EPD. Operators shall have an additional chest x-ray every two
years thereafter. The medical examination shall be equivalent to, and completed with the
same thoroughness, as those conducted by the Saudi Aramco Medical Services
Organization.

4.4.2

All medical examinations shall be conducted in an approved Saudi Arabian clinic or hospital
by a physician licensed by the Saudi Arab Government.

4.4.3

As a minimum, the examination shall include a chest x-ray, routine urinalysis, blood pressure
measurement, stool analysis (ova and parasites, as well as bacterial tests for Salmonella sp.
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and Shigella sp.), and examination for skin disease. The extent of the examination may be
expanded at the discretion of Saudi Aramco EPD.

4.5

4.4.4

The medical examination report shall include a statement, signed by the licensed physician
conducting the examination, declaring the individual to be in good physical condition for his
assigned duties and free of all communicable diseases and conditions which can be
transmitted from person to person.

4.4.5

A copy of the operator's medical examination, with a photograph of the operator attached,
shall be kept on file at his work site. The results of all medical examinations shall be
available for review by authorized Saudi Aramco representatives prior to and throughout the
individual's employment by the barber/beauty shop.

Any operator who is ill, has a respiratory infection, skin disease or any other condition, which could
be transmitted from person to person, shall be removed from duty and referred to a physician licensed
by the Saudi Arab Government for evaluation. An explanation of the operator's duties and a request
that he be specifically evaluated and cleared of all illnesses or conditions which could be transmitted
from person to person shall be submitted to the physician. The operator shall not be allowed to return
to duty until:
4.5.1

He has been examined and found to be free of disease/condition that could transmitted from
person to person.

4.5.2

He has been treated and is now free of disease/condition that could be transmitted from
person to person.

4.5.3

A statement signed by the examining/treating physician to the effect that the operator has
been examined/treated and is free of communicable disease or other condition which could
be transmitted from person to person is in the operator's file at his work site. This report shall
be available for review by authorized Saudi Aramco representatives and, if so requested, a
copy of the report shall be transmitted to Manger, EPD.

4.6

An operator that voluntarily reports a suspected disease/condition shall NOT be subject to

punishment, e.g. loss of earnings.

4.7

Operators shall not prepare or consume food, or use tobacco in any form, in any area of the
barber/beauty shop. Operators shall eat and use tobacco in designated areas during non-work
periods only.

4.8

Operators shall wear neat, clean, light colored uniforms that are changed at least daily. Clothing
that is used once and then discarded is permissible.

4.9

Operators shall maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and shall conform to good
hygienic practices.

4.10

Operators shall thoroughly wash their hands and the exposed portions of their arms before
starting work; before and after each customer; after using the toilet; after touching their ears, nose,
mouth or hair; before and after any cleaning procedure; after smoking, eating or drinking; and during
work as often as necessary to keep hands clean. They shall keep their fingernails clean and trimmed.

GENERAL SANITATION AND HYGIENE

5.1

Operators shall refuse service to any customer afflicted with a visible skin rash, lice, etc. The
operator shall recommend that the afflicted customer report to his physician for evaluation.
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5.2

Barber/beauty shops shall be properly maintained and shall be kept clean and in a sanitary
condition at all times. Fixtures, such as hand washbasins, hair care sinks and barber/beauty chairs,
shall be lightly cleaned after each customer and shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at the end
of each workday. Physical facilities and equipment, such as floors, walls, doors, windows, cabinets,
shelves, mirrors, waiting room chairs, etc. shall be cleaned on a regularly scheduled basis.

5.3

Straightedge or other multi-use razors are strictly and categorically prohibited. Only single-use
disposable razors and razor blades shall be used. A new disposable razor or razor blade shall be
used for each customer. After use on one customer, the razor or razor blade shall be discarded. If
razor blades are used, the blade holder shall not be used on another customer until it has been
properly cleaned and disinfected.

5.4

No common article may be used on any person except the temporary cover placed over clothing.
The temporary cover shall not touch any skin about the face or neck. This shall be accomplished by
placing a clean cloth, towel or single-use disposable soft paper guard around the customer's neckline
before the temporary cover is wrapped around the customer's neck.

5.5

There shall be as many separate clean towels, cloth neck guards and cloth headrest covers for
each customer as may be required for service to the customer. Once used, towels, cloth neck guards
and cloth headrest covers shall not be reused for another customer until they have been washed and
dried.

5.6

Clean towels, cloth neck guards, cloth headrest covers and temporary covers shall be stored in
a clean, dry place protected from contamination.

5.7

After use, or when they become soiled, damp or unclean, towels, cloth neck guards, cloth
headrest covers and temporary covers shall be placed in a nonabsorbent container or washable
laundry bag where they shall be held until they are removed for laundering. Towels, cloth headrest
covers and protective covers shall be washed and dried at the end of each workday (more often if
necessary). Laundry containers and bags shall be cleaned or washed when emptied.

5.8

The headrest shall be covered with a clean cloth or a single-use disposable paper towel prior to use
by each customer.

5.9

Alum or other material used to stop the flow of blood shall be applied in powdered or liquid form
only.

5.10

No powder puff, sponge or wet or dry duster shall be used in any barber or beauty shop.

5.11

All supplies which come in direct contact with a customer that cannot be disinfected (for
example, cotton pads, emery boards, and paper neck strips) shall be disposed of in a waste
receptacle immediately after use.

5.12

Hair cuttings shall be removed from the floor immediately after each customer and shall be placed in
a refuse container lined with a disposable plastic bag. The refuse container shall be covered,
preferably with a pedal activated lift-lid.

5.13

Brushes or other applicators, shall not be used for the application of shaving foams, creams or
lotions to any part of the body including the face, neck or head of customers

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