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Antimicrobial: Agents that inhibit the growth of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Antimicrobial products play a role in infection control in permanent makeup studios.

Antiseptic: A substance that prevents the growth of microorganisms on living tissues. Antiseptics are often used to disinfect the skin before permanent makeup procedures.

Autoclave: A device that uses steam and pressure to sterilize equipment and tools. Autoclaving is a common method in the permanent makeup industry to ensure sterility.

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Barrier Methods: Physical or chemical measures used to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens. In permanent makeup, barrier methods include gloves, masks, and other protective equipment.

Biohazard: A substance that poses a risk to human health, especially in the context of bloodborne pathogens. Proper handling and disposal of biohazardous materials are crucial in permanent makeup settings.

Biohazard Bags: Bags specifically designed to contain biohazardous or infectious waste.

Biohazard Waste Disposal: The proper and safe disposal of materials that may contain infectious agents.

Biohazard Symbol: A symbol indicating the presence of hazardous materials, particularly those with biological origins.

Blood and Bodily Fluids: Fluids, like blood, saliva, and other bodily secretions, that may contain bloodborne pathogens. Permanent makeup professionals need to exercise caution when working with these substances.

Bloodborne Pathogen: Microorganisms present in blood that can cause diseases when transmitted.

Bloodborne Pathogen Compliance: Adherence to regulations and guidelines to prevent the spread of bloodborne pathogens. Achieving and maintaining compliance is critical for permanent makeup professionals.

Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure: Contact with blood or bodily fluids containing bloodborne pathogens. Preventing exposure is a key focus in permanent makeup.

Bloodborne Pathogen Regulations: Governmental guidelines outlining safety measures to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens. Compliance with these regulations is essential in permanent makeup studios.

Bloodborne Pathogens: Microorganisms, such as viruses and bacteria, present in blood and certain bodily fluids that can cause diseases if transmitted. Permanent makeup professionals must be well-versed in preventing the spread of bloodborne pathogens during their procedures.

Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Education on the risks of bloodborne pathogens and the necessary precautions to prevent exposure. Regular training is crucial for permanent makeup professionals.

Blood Spill Kit: A kit containing materials for safely cleaning and disinfecting blood spills. Essential in permanent makeup studios to handle unexpected situations.

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Contaminated Sharps: Objects capable of causing punctures or cuts, such as needles or blades, that have come into contact with blood or bodily fluids. Proper disposal of contaminated sharps is essential to prevent injuries.

Contaminated Surface: A surface that has come into contact with blood or bodily fluids containing bloodborne pathogens. Proper cleaning and disinfection of contaminated surfaces are essential in permanent makeup environments.

Cross-Contamination: The transfer of harmful microorganisms from one surface or object to another, potentially leading to the spread of infection. Strict hygiene practices are essential to prevent cross-contamination in permanent makeup.

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Decontamination: The process of removing or neutralizing contaminants, reducing the risk of infection. Decontamination is crucial for maintaining a safe permanent makeup environment.

Decontamination Area: A designated space for cleaning and disinfecting tools and surfaces. An integral part of maintaining a sterile environment in permanent makeup studios.

Disinfection: The process of eliminating most or all pathogenic microorganisms, excluding bacterial spores. Disinfection is a critical step in maintaining a hygienic workspace in permanent makeup.

Disposal of Contaminated Items: Safe and proper disposal of tools and materials that have come into contact with blood or bodily fluids. A key aspect of infection control in permanent makeup.

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Engineering Controls: Physical or mechanical devices implemented to isolate or remove bloodborne pathogens hazards. Examples include sharps containers and safer needle devices.

Exposure Control Plan: A plan outlining steps to minimize the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Permanent makeup professionals should have a comprehensive exposure control plan in place.

Exposure Incident: An occurrence where an individual comes into contact with blood or bodily fluids. Proper reporting and management of exposure incidents are crucial in permanent makeup settings.

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Hand Hygiene: Thorough handwashing and/or use of hand sanitizers to reduce the risk of contamination. Essential before and after performing permanent makeup procedures.

Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom): A set of guidelines ensuring that information about hazardous substances is conveyed to those who may be exposed. Permanent makeup professionals must comply with HazCom standards.

Hepatitis B: A viral infection affecting the liver, transmitted through blood and bodily fluids. Hepatitis B can result in chronic illness and poses a risk to individuals in the permanent makeup profession if precautions are not taken.

Hepatitis C: A viral infection affecting the liver, primarily transmitted through blood contact. Permanent makeup professionals need to be aware of the risks associated with Hepatitis C and implement proper safety measures to prevent transmission.

HIV: Human Immunodeficiency Virus, a virus that weakens the immune system. Due to the potential for blood exposure in permanent makeup procedures, understanding and implementing precautions against HIV transmission is crucial.

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Immunization: The process of making the body resistant to certain diseases through vaccination. Ensuring up-to-date immunizations is important for the health and safety of permanent makeup professionals.

Infection Control: Practices and protocols to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. In permanent makeup, infection control is paramount for client and artist safety.

Infection Prevention: Proactive measures to avoid the occurrence and spread of infections. A fundamental principle in permanent makeup procedures.

Infectious Waste: Materials that may contain pathogens and require special disposal. Proper handling of infectious waste is crucial in permanent makeup studios.

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Latex Allergy: An allergic reaction to latex, a material found in some gloves and other products. Awareness of latex allergies is vital in selecting suitable protective equipment for permanent makeup professionals.

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Needle Safety: Practices and protocols to ensure the safe handling and disposal of needles. Needle safety is paramount in permanent makeup to prevent injuries and exposure.

Needlestick Injury: An accidental puncture wound caused by a needle, a common risk in the permanent makeup industry. Preventing needlestick injuries is vital for personal safety.

Non-intact Skin: Skin with breaks, cuts, or abrasions. Permanent makeup professionals should take extra precautions when working on non-intact skin to prevent infection.

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Pathogenic Microorganisms: Microbes capable of causing disease. Identifying and preventing the spread of pathogenic microorganisms is critical in permanent makeup settings.

Personal Hygiene: Individual cleanliness practices to prevent the spread of infections. Maintaining high personal hygiene standards is essential for permanent makeup professionals.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Specialized clothing and gear worn to protect against exposure to blood and bodily fluids. In permanent makeup, PPE includes gloves, masks, and other items to ensure safety.

Phlebotomy: The process of drawing blood from a vein. While not the primary focus of permanent makeup, understanding phlebotomy basics is relevant to bloodborne pathogen safety.

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Sanitary Practices: Hygienic measures to maintain cleanliness and prevent the spread of infections. Sanitary practices are fundamental in permanent makeup studios.

Sanitization: Reducing microbial populations on surfaces to a safe level. Sanitization is an important practice in maintaining a clean environment in permanent makeup studios.

Sharps Container: A puncture-resistant container for safe disposal of needles and other sharps. Essential in preventing needlestick injuries in the permanent makeup industry.

Single-Use Disposable Items:
Tools and materials designed for one-time use to prevent cross-contamination. Ensuring single-use disposable items are discarded properly is vital in permanent makeup.

Standard Precautions: Safety measures to be applied in all patient care situations, including permanent makeup procedures, to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens.

Sterilization: The complete destruction of all forms of microbial life, including spores. Certain tools and equipment in permanent makeup may require sterilization to ensure safety.

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Transmission-Based Precautions: Additional infection control measures beyond standard precautions, implemented based on the mode of transmission of a particular pathogen. Permanent makeup professionals must be aware of transmission-based precautions in specific cases.

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Universal Precautions: An approach to infection control that treats all blood and bodily fluids as potentially infectious. Adhering to universal precautions helps minimize the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

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Work Practice Controls: Procedures that alter the way a task is performed to reduce the risk of exposure. In permanent makeup, proper work practices include safe needle handling and disposal.