WSR 01-23-086

PROPOSED RULES

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING


[ Filed November 21, 2001, 10:29 a.m. ]

     Original Notice.

     Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 01-20-100.

     Title of Rule: Chapter 308-20 WAC, Cosmetologists, barbers, manicurists, and estheticians: Repealing WAC 308-20-030 Curriculum structure, 308-20-045 Performance examination, 308-20-130 Examination objectives, 308-20-150 Student appeal--Examination eligibility denial by the school, 308-20-155 Procedure for applicants requiring special accommodations for licensure examination, 308-20-171 Passing scores on all examinations, 308-20-172 Failed examination appeal procedures, 308-20-310 Minimum sanitation, safety and health standards for all individual licensees and 308-20-590 Minimum business location sanitation, safety, and health standards; amending WAC 308-20-010 Definitions, 308-20-040 Application for school license, 308-20-080 Course outline of training requirements, 308-20-090 Student credit for training, 308-20-105 Curriculum for instructor-trainees, 308-20-107 Use and training of instructor-trainees, 308-20-110 Minimum school safety standards and 308-20-120 Examination construction and content; and new section WAC 308-20-122 Examination retakes.

     Purpose: The department has reviewed the rules noted and recommends the above repeal, amending and new section as listed above.

     Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 18.16.030(2).

     Statute Being Implemented: RCW 18.16.030(2).

     Summary: Amend, repeal and add new rule for chapter 308-20 WAC for clarification.

     Reasons Supporting Proposal: The described rules either are unclear, duplicate, or not necessary to cite statutory authority.

     Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting, Implementation and Enforcement: Rosie McGrew, 405 Black Lake Boulevard, Building 2, Olympia, WA 98502, (360) 586-4565.

     Name of Proponent: (1) Industry stakeholders, (2) Cosmetologists, Barber, Manicurist, Esthetician Advisory Board, public and governmental.

     Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.

     Explanation of Rule, its Purpose, and Anticipated Effects: Amend, repeal and add new section.

     Proposal Changes the Following Existing Rules: Amends, repeals and adds new rule for chapter 308-20 WAC for clarification and to eliminate duplication.

     No small business economic impact statement has been prepared under chapter 19.85 RCW. There will not be a burden on the industry due to increased fees or increased workloads.

     RCW 34.05.328 does not apply to this rule adoption.

     Hearing Location: West Coast Sea-Tac Hotel, Cascade Room, 18220 International Boulevard South, Seattle, WA 98188, on January 14, 2002, at 1:00 p.m.

     Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Rosie McGrew by January 3, 2002, TDD (360) 586-2788, or (360) 586-4565.

     Submit Written Comments to: Rosie McGrew, Cosmetology Section, P.O. Box 9026, Olympia, WA 98507-9026, fax (360) 664-2550, by January 4, 2002.

     Date of Intended Adoption: January 15, 2002.

November 21, 2001

Rosie McGrew

Licensing Manager

OTS-5344.4


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 92-04-006, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92)

WAC 308-20-010   Definitions.   (1) (("Creditable hour" means only those hours of training while the student is performing or receiving instruction in the subject areas listed in the course outline, as stated in WAC 308-20-080 and 308-20-105.

     (2))) "Chemical compounds formulated for professional use only" are those compounds containing hazardous chemicals in a form not generally sold to the public; including but not limited to, bulk concentrates of permanent wave solution, neutralizers, chemical relaxers, oxidizing agents, flammable substances, facial creams, or approved chemical compounds. These compounds must be designated for use on the hair, face, neck, skin, or scalp.

     (((3) "Curriculum" means a detailed course of study.

     (4) "Student learning objectives" are measurable outcomes expected to occur as the result of instruction.

     (5) "Instructional objectives" are measurable evaluation of the attainment of the student learning objectives.

     (6) "Terminal learning objectives" are final outcomes expected to occur at the completion of a course of study as a result of instruction.

     (7))) (2) "Monthly student record" is a form provided by the school, approved by the department, preprinted with school name ((and address,)) that shows the actual activities of the student in each subject, (i.e., shampoo, haircut, perm, color, etc.) within each course (i.e., barbering, manicuring, cosmetology, esthetics, or instructor-trainee).

     (((8))) (3) "Completed and graduated" is the completion of the state approved minimum hourly course of training and passage of a state approved performance ((evaluation administered by the school)) and written examination.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.16 RCW and RCW 34.05.220. 92-04-006, § 308-20-010, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030. 91-11-042, § 308-20-010, filed 5/10/91, effective 6/10/91; 88-19-047 (Order PM 772), § 308-20-010, filed 9/14/88. Statutory Authority: 1984 c 208. 84-19-020 (Order PL 480), § 308-20-010, filed 9/12/84. Formerly chapters 308-16 and 308-24 WAC.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 92-04-006, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92)

WAC 308-20-040   ((Application for school license.)) Records.   ((With each school application, the following items must be included before a school license will be approved by the department:

     (1) Names and addresses of all school owners. Change in ownership of less than fifty-one percent must be submitted to the department within fifteen days, accompanied with the affidavit of sale;

     (2) Names and addresses of all school operators or managers;

     (3) Names and addresses of all instructors responsible for the training of students. The department must be notified, in writing within fifteen days, when a change of instructor staff occurs;

     (4) A copy of the curriculum for each course the school intends to offer. A school offering cosmetology instruction must submit a cosmetology curriculum; a school offering barber instruction must submit a barber curriculum; a school offering esthetics instruction must submit an esthetician curriculum; a school offering manicurist instruction must submit a manicurist curriculum. A school offering instruction in cosmetology, barber, esthetics, and manicuring must submit separate complete curriculums for each. Any school offering instructor training must submit a curriculum in teaching techniques and lesson planning. Each curriculum must meet the training guidelines established by the director and adopted by rules pursuant to this chapter. A copy of the instructional objectives, student learning objectives, terminal learning objectives and student rating scale for each curriculum must be submitted with the application. The school minimum requirements of services designating mannequin versus live model ratio must be a minimum of twenty-five percent of all services performed. A school license will be issued with endorsements to instruct in cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, manicuring, and/or instructor training according to the curriculums submitted. Endorsement may be added to a school license by submitting the required curriculum and paying the required fee;

     (5) Each school will submit, at the time of application, a catalog, bulletin or other printed material which contains accurate and current information regarding the operation and requirements of the school. Supplements to the catalog/bulletin are to be fastened to the publication and, if such information supersedes any information contained elsewhere in the catalog/bulletin, it must be clearly indicated on the supplement. The catalog/bulletin is to be made available to all students prior to enrollment and must include, but not be limited to, the following information:

     (a) Names of all owners and/or managers.

     (b) Names and qualifications of all instructors.

     (c) Beginning and ending dates of training, including hours of operation, and observed holidays.

     (d) Placement assistance, if any.

     (e) Policy outlining acceptable conduct of students including grounds for dismissal and readmission.

     (f) School policy on absences, leave, tardiness, and make-up work.

     (g) School policy and regulations regarding student progress including expected rate of progress, minimum acceptable grades, penalties for unsatisfactory progress, and the rights of students to appeal.

     (h) School policy and regulations regarding breaks and lunches. Lunches and break times are not creditable toward the minimum state requirements.

     (i) Total cost to students including registration fee, books, supplies, equipment, tuition, lab fees, or any other associated cost for which the student is liable.

     (j) A description of each course to include total hours, the course objectives and the method of instruction. (e.g., classroom lab, etc.,) and any certificate or credentials awarded upon completion.

     (k) Cancellation and refund policies.

     (l) The address and phone number of the department of licensing, cosmetology, barber, manicure, and esthetics section for student's use in contacting the state regrading Washington state laws or concerns about their training.

     (6) A copy of the school's monthly and final student record form, showing hours of training earned in each area listed in WAC 308-20-080 or in the case of an instructor-trainee, WAC 308-20-105. The form must be preprinted with the school name and address and signature areas for both the student and instructor and be in a form approved by the department.

     The approved form must show operations or hours of activity daily in each subject, by course, i.e., barbering, manicuring, esthetics, cosmetology, or instructor-trainee with total hours by course daily and monthly in subjects, listed in WAC 308-20-080 or 308-20-105, with totals in each subject for month to date and total to date. Hours of training, in addition to state required hours, should show in a separate area. This form must also show the completion of the state approved performance evaluation demonstrating graduation.

     (7) Each school shall submit a copy of the enrollment contract or agreement for each course of training offered. The contract/agreement must include at least the following:

     (a) The school's cancellation and refund policy;

     (b) Adequate information to clearly define the terms of the agreement between the student and the school, including but not limited to:

     (i) The name and address of the school and student.

     (ii) The date training is to begin, and the number of hours of instruction.

     (iii) An itemized list of all costs incurred by the student to complete the training. Such costs shall include tuition and registration fees, books, supplies, and equipment and all other charges made by the school. Methods of payment or payment schedule must be clearly stated.

     (c) A statement acknowledging receipt of the copy of the school's catalog/brochure and enrollment agreement by the student;

     (d) The school shall retain a copy of the student enrollment agreement and one copy shall be delivered to the student at the time of execution.

     (8) A description of the school facilities and equipment. This may be submitted by facility architect's blue print with equipment penciled in or by accurate hand drawn diagram including equipment to be used for training of students;

     (9) An approved security as established by WAC 308-20-060 shall be submitted with the application for school licensure. No school shall be approved until the approved security is in force.

     The department shall be notified within fifteen days of any changes in subsections (1) through (9) of this section.

     (10) Estimated gross tuition form indicating the expected gross tuition for one year. This information will be used to determine the required security amount. If the tuition earned exceeds the estimated amount, the security will be amended to reflect actual tuition earned.

     (11) A minimum of one instructor per twenty students is required.

     (12) Schools must maintain all student's final records for a minimum of four years.)) (1) The department may license or renew a license of a school that meets the requirements of RCW 18.16.140 (Application for school license) and submits the following:

     (a) A copy of the school's curriculum(s) satisfying the minimum instruction guidelines in WAC 308-20-080; and

     (b) The estimated annual gross tuition to be collected by the school.

     (2) Schools shall collect and record monthly and final student records. These records shall contain the cumulative number of hours the student has attended class and the number of times the student performs a skill described in WAC 308-20-080. The hours attended shall not be recorded in less than one-quarter hour increments.

     (3) Monthly and final student records shall be signed by either the school owner, school manager or a person the school has authorized to sign the student records. The school shall notify the department of the persons authorized to sign the student records.

     (4) The school shall certify to the department that the student has satisfied the minimum instruction guidelines described in WAC 308-20-080 on the student's Washington state department of licensing license examination application. Certification shall be by a person authorized to sign student records according to subsection (3) of this section.

     (5) Schools shall maintain student records for at least four years. The student records shall include documentation of student training, and examination results.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.16 RCW and RCW 34.05.220. 92-04-006, § 308-20-040, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030. 91-11-042, § 308-20-040, filed 5/10/91, effective 6/10/91; 88-19-047 (Order PM 772), § 308-20-040, filed 9/14/88. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030(2) and 18.16.140 as amended by 1987 c 445 § 1. 87-21-010 (Order PM 681), § 308-20-040, filed 10/9/87. Statutory Authority: 1984 c 208. 84-19-020 (Order PL 480), § 308-20-040, filed 9/12/84.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 92-04-006, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92)

WAC 308-20-080   ((Course outline of training requirements.)) Minimum instruction guidelines for cosmetology, barbering, manicuring and esthetics training.   ((Listed are the subjects that make up the mandatory 1000 hours of training for barbering, 500 hours of training for manicuring, 500 hours of training for esthetics, and 1600 hours of training for cosmetology. To qualify for the barber examination students need to complete the 1000 hours of barbering courses, to qualify for the manicurists examination students need to complete the 500 hours of manicuring courses, to qualify for the esthetician examination students need to complete the 500 hours of esthetic courses, to qualify for the cosmetology examination students need to complete 1600 hours of cosmetology courses.


Barber Training:


1. Theory
2. Shampooing - includes draping, brushing hair, scalp manipulations, PH values, conditioning and rinsing
3. Scalp and hair analysis
4. Haircutting and trimming - includes scissor, razor, thinning shears, and clipper
5. Cutting and trimming of facial hair - includes shaving, beard, and mustache, eyebrow, ear & nose trimming
6. Thermal styling
7. Wet styling
8. Dry styling
9. Styling aids
10. Artificial hair - includes fitting and styling when working with clients
11. Sanitation - includes cleaning individual work station, shampoo and dispensary bowls after individual use, proper disposal and storage of towels used by the student, sanitizing implements used by the student
12. Diseases - skin, scalp and hair
13. Safety - includes demonstration of implements and proper use, electrical appliances
14. First aid - as related to the barbering field

Manicurist Training:


1. Theory
2. Artificial nails - may include silk, linen, fiberglass, acrylic, gel, powder, extensions, and sculpting, preparation of the nail, application, finish and removal
3. Manicuring - cleaning, shaping, and polishing of the nail and the treatment of the cuticles
4. Pedicuring - cleaning, shaping, and polishing of the nails of the feet
5. Sanitation - cleaning of individual work station, proper storage and disposal of equipment used by the student, disinfectants, sanitation methods of equipment
6. Safety - includes demonstration of implements and proper use
7. Diseases and disorders - nail
8. First aid - as related to the manicurist field

Esthetician Training:


1. Theory
2. Skin care - includes hot compresses, massage, approved electrical or mechanical appliances or approved chemical compounds
3. Facials - may include makeup and skin and color analysis
4. Temporary removal of superfluous hair - tweezing, waxing, tape, and approved chemicals, lotions, creams, or mechanical or electrical apparatus or appliance
5. Sanitation - cleaning of individual work station, proper storage and disposal of equipment used by the student, disinfectants, sanitation methods of equipment
6. Safety - includes demonstration of implements and proper use
7. Diseases and disorders of the skin
8. First aid - as related to the esthetics field

Cosmetology Training consists of 1600 hours of cutting, trimming, and chemical processing of the hair and a basic introduction to manicuring and esthetics.


1. Theory
2. A minimum of 100 hours involving the safe and sanitary practice of manicuring, pedicuring, and artificial nails
3. A minimum of 100 hours involving the safe and sanitary practice of skin care and temporary removal of hair
4. Scalp and hair analysis
5. Permanent waving - includes sectioning and wrapping, preperm test curl (when necessary), solution application, processing test curl, (when necessary) and neutralizing
6. Chemical relaxing - includes sectioning, strand test, relaxer application
7. Hair cutting and trimming - includes scissor, razor, thinning shears, and clipper
8. Shampooing - includes draping, brushing hair, scalp manipulations, conditioning, and rinsing
9. Styling - thermal, wet, dry, and styling aids
10. Hair coloring or bleaching - includes predisposition test, strand test, measurement and mixing of chemicals, application of chemicals and removal of chemicals
11. Artificial hair - may include extensions and fitting when working with clients
12. Sanitation - clean individual work station, sanitize individual equipment and tools, proper use and storage of linens and chemicals
13. First aid and safety - as it relates to cosmetology))
The minimum instruction guidelines for training required for a student to be eligible to take the license examination for the following professions shall include:

     (1) For cosmetology:

     (a) Theory of the practice of cosmetology, barbering, manicuring and esthetics services;

     (b) At least 100 hours of skills in the application of manicuring and pedicuring services;

     (c) At least 100 hours of skills in the application of esthetics services;

     (d) Shampooing including draping, brushing, scalp manipulations, conditioning and rinsing;

     (e) Scalp and hair analysis;

     (f) Hair cutting and trimming including scissors, razor, thinning shears and clippers;

     (g) Hair styling including wet, dry and thermal styling, braiding and styling aids;

     (h) Cutting and trimming of facial hair including beard and mustache design and eyebrow, ear and nose hair trimming;

     (i) Artificial hair that may include extensions and fitting;

     (j) Permanent waving including sectioning, wrapping, preperm test curl, solution application, processing test curl and neutralizing;

     (k) Chemical relaxing including sectioning, strand test, and relaxer application;

     (l) Hair coloring or bleaching including predisposition test and strand test, and measurement, mixing, application and removal of chemicals;

     (m) Disinfecting of individual work stations, individual equipment and tools and proper use and storage of linens;

     (n) Diseases and disorders of the scalp, hair, skin and nails;

     (o) Safety including proper use and storage of chemicals, implements and electrical appliances;

     (p) First aid as it relates to cosmetology, barbering, manicuring and esthetics; and

     (q) No more than twenty-five percent of skills training using mannequins.

     (2) For barbering:

     (a) Theory of the practice of barbering services;

     (b) Shampooing including draping, brushing, scalp manipulations, conditioning and rinsing;

     (c) Scalp and hair analysis;

     (d) Hair cutting and trimming including scissors, razor, thinning shears and clippers;

     (e) Hair styling, wet, dry and thermal styling and styling aids;

     (f) Cutting and trimming of facial hair including shaving, beard and mustache design and eyebrow, ear and nose hair trimming;

     (g) Artificial hair;

     (h) Disinfecting of individual work stations, individual equipment and tools and proper use and storage of linens;

     (i) Diseases and disorders of the skin, scalp and hair;

     (j) Safety including proper use of implements and electrical appliances;

     (k) First aid as it relates to barbering; and

     (l) No more than twenty-five percent of skills training using mannequins.

     (3) For manicuring:

     (a) Theory in the practice of manicuring and pedicuring services;

     (b) Artificial nails including silk, linen, fiberglass, acrylic, gel, powder, extensions and sculpting, preparation, application, finish and removal;

     (c) Cleaning, shaping and polishing of nails of the hands and treatment of cuticles;

     (d) Cleaning, shaping and polishing of nails of the feet;

     (e) Disinfecting of individual work station, individual equipment and tools and proper use and storage of linens;

     (f) Diseases and disorders of the nails of the hands and feet;

     (g) Safety including proper use and storage of chemicals, implements and electrical appliances;

     (h) First aid as it relates to manicuring and pedicuring; and

     (i) No more than twenty-five percent of skills training using mannequins.

     (4) For esthetics:

     (a) Theory in the practice of esthetics services;

     (b) Skin care of the face, neck and hands including hot compresses, massage, electrical or mechanical appliances or chemical compounds;

     (c) Facials;

     (d) Temporary removal of superfluous hair of the face, neck and hands by tweezing, waxing, tape, chemicals, lotions, creams, mechanical or electrical apparatus and appliances;

     (e) Disinfecting of individual work stations, individual equipment and tools and proper use and storage of linens;

     (f) Diseases and disorders of the skin of the face, neck and hands;

     (g) Safety including proper use and storage of chemicals, implements and electrical appliances;

     (h) First aid as it relates to esthetics; and

     (i) No more than twenty-five percent of skills training using mannequins.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.16 RCW and RCW 34.05.220. 92-04-006, § 308-20-080, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030. 91-11-042, § 308-20-080, filed 5/10/91, effective 6/10/91; 88-19-047 (Order PM 772), § 308-20-080, filed 9/14/88. Statutory Authority: 1984 c 208. 84-19-020 (Order PL 480), § 308-20-080, filed 9/12/84.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 92-04-006, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92)

WAC 308-20-090   Student credit for training.   (((1) Only those hours of instruction received under the direction of a licensed instructor and on the premises of the licensed school in which the student is enrolled and in the courses listed in this chapter shall be credited toward the hourly training requirements.

     (2) Students shall not receive credit for training received during any period the school license is void, expired, suspended, revoked, or otherwise not currently in effect.

     (3) Students withdrawing from a licensed school, within Washington state, prior to completion of the course must obtain a certified copy of the signed monthly report including the last day attended to verify credit for training when enrolling in another school.

     (4) Students transferring from another school, state, country or territory may, at the school's discretion, receive credit toward completion of student learning objectives and course requirement hours as follows: (a) Hour for hour credit as applies to each of the Washington state minimum recognized creditable hours in each course, as verified by the certified copy of the last student monthly report, and; (b) student learning objective credit after successfully demonstrating to the school that the objectives have been met.

     Schools transferring credits will transfer to the student report form, in appropriate categories by course, the credits accepted. The certifying school accepts responsibility for total training of the student.

     (5) Each month the school will provide a copy of the completed monthly report form to the student. When a student transfers to a new school an enrollment student record will be developed for the permanent student file with a copy given to the student prior to enrollment. This will reflect the training transferred and the areas of training still needed.)) (1) Only those hours of instruction a student is given under the direction of a licensed instructor of the licensed school in which the student is enrolled and in the courses listed in WAC 308-20-080 shall be credited toward completion of the course of study required in RCW 18.16.100.

     (2) When all of a school's requirements have been met by a student and within thirty days of a student leaving a school, the school shall provide to the student a copy of the student's final record.

     (3) Students may transfer between schools and may receive credit toward completion of the curriculum in the new school. In order to receive a transfer student, the new school shall do the following:

     (a) Evaluate the final student record provided by the student and certified by the previous school and compare the record from the previous school with the new school's requirements;

     (b) Accept the final student record from the previous school, in part or in total as if it was instruction meeting the new school's curriculum and prepare a monthly report that documents the amount of instruction being accepted by the new school; or

     (c) Reject the final student record from the previous school.

     (4) Both the transferring and receiving schools shall maintain student records including the transfer record as required in WAC 308-20-040(5).

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.16 RCW and RCW 34.05.220. 92-04-006, § 308-20-090, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030. 91-11-042, § 308-20-090, filed 5/10/91, effective 6/10/91; 88-19-047 (Order PM 772), § 308-20-090, filed 9/14/88. Statutory Authority: 1984 c 208. 84-19-020 (Order PL 480), § 308-20-090, filed 9/12/84.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 92-04-006, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92)

WAC 308-20-105   Curriculum for instructor-trainees.   ((Licensed schools wishing to offer training for instructors are required to develop and maintain an appropriate curriculum. This curriculum should be based on five hundred hours of training and study in the areas shown below:

     (1) Training in instructional methods covering the following subjects or units:

     (a) Methods of teaching:

     (i) Lesson planning to meet instructional objectives;

     (ii) Student learning principles for student learning objectives;

     (iii) Classroom management;

     (iv) Four-step method; and

     (v) Occupational analysis.

     (b) Course organization:

     (i) Develop instruction from analysis;

     (ii) Organize and prioritize;

     (iii) Group and sequence learning units;

     (iv) Test and evaluate; record progress of students on monthly report forms; and

     (v) Teaching aids.

     (c) Student leadership development:

     (i) How to be effective;

     (ii) Student leadership organization such as Vocational Industrial Clubs of America;

     (iii) Personality and conduct;

     (iv) Interpersonal relationships; and

     (v) Customer relations.

     (d) One of the following topics or units:

     (i) Testing and rating;

     (ii) Audio visual materials;

     (iii) Philosophy of vocational education; or

     (iv) Techniques in individualized instruction.

     (2) Training in clinic supervision and management covering the application of teaching techniques as follows:

     (a) Practical classroom and clinic services:

     (i) Sanitation of all tools, implements, equipment, and work areas; and

     (ii) Safety involved in providing any service to members of the public.

     (b) Safety in the storage, mixing, and use of all chemicals used in a cosmetology, barber, or manicurist school or business.

     (c) Student's practical assignments.

     (d) Motivational supervision.

     (e) Student assistance.)) The minimum instruction guidelines for training required for a student to be eligible to take the examination to be licensed as an instructor shall include, but not be limited to:

     (1) Preparation for classroom activities including, but not limited to:

     (a) Choice of teaching methods;

     (b) Classroom setup;

     (c) Topic/subject matter;

     (d) Student assignments;

     (e) Materials and supplies; and

     (f) Recordkeeping.

     (2) Presentation of information including, but not limited to:

     (a) Lectures (oral and written);

     (b) Demonstrations;

     (c) Questions and answers;

     (d) Project methods; and

     (e) Discussions.

     (3) Application of practice including, but not limited to:

     (a) Clinic supervision;

     (b) Classroom management; and

     (c) Client relations.

     (4) Evaluation by the instructor-trainee of the student's understanding and performance including, but not limited to:

     (a) Written/practical assessment; and

     (b) Communication skills.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.16 RCW and RCW 34.05.220. 92-04-006, § 308-20-105, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030. 91-11-042, § 308-20-105, filed 5/10/91, effective 6/10/91; 88-19-047 (Order PM 772), § 308-20-105, filed 9/14/88. Statutory Authority: 1984 c 208. 84-19-020 (Order PL 480), § 308-20-105, filed 9/12/84.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 92-04-006, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92)

WAC 308-20-107   Use and training of instructor-trainees.   (((1) Instructor-trainees cannot be used to replace a licensed instructor for the training of students. Instructor-trainees must be under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor at all times.

     (2) "Direct supervision" means the licensed instructor shall:

     (a) Inspect a substantial portion of the instructor-trainee's work;

     (b) Be physically present on the premises where the instructor-trainee is working and be available for consultation with the instructor-trainee a minimum of eighty percent of the time claimed as hours of training received. Provided, that "direct supervision" shall not require that the licensed instructor while on the premises inspect all the instructor-trainee's work, nor shall it require that the licensed instructor and the instructor-trainee be constantly in the same room.

     (3) A school licensed under chapter 18.16 RCW and providing instruction to instructor-trainees must provide the department of licensing at least seven days advance notice, in writing, of the name and address of each person who will receive instruction as a instructor-trainee.

     (4) No person may be used as, or receive credit for training as, an instructor-trainee unless the person holds a current, valid cosmetology, barber, manicurist, or esthetician license.

     (5) Schools may enroll instructor-trainees, whose initial licenses are in programs offered by that school. For instance, a school limited to instructing barbers and instructor-trainees, cannot enroll an instructor-trainee whose individual license is in manicuring.

     (6) No person may be used as, or receive credit for training as, an instructor-trainee for more than 600 hours total at any school or schools licensed under chapter 18.16 RCW, unless the school has first requested and received from the department of licensing written approval to use or train a certain instructor-trainee for additional hours.

     (7) No instructor-trainee may receive any wage or commission.)) (1) Instructor-trainees shall be supervised by a licensed instructor at all times. The licensed instructor shall be physically present where the instructor-trainee is working and be available for consultation with the instructor-trainee.

     (2) Instructor-trainees shall hold a current Washington state cosmetology, barber, manicurist or esthetician license prior to becoming an instructor-trainee.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.16 RCW and RCW 34.05.220. 92-04-006, § 308-20-107, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030 and 43.24.086. 90-07-030, § 308-20-107, filed 3/14/90, effective 4/14/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030. 88-19-047 (Order PM 772), § 308-20-107, filed 9/14/88.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 92-04-006, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92)

WAC 308-20-110   Minimum ((school)) safety and sanitation standards for schools, students, cosmetologists, manicurists, estheticians, barbers, instructors, salons/shops, booth renters, mobile operators and personal service operators.   (((1) Each licensed school or institution will be responsible for providing a clean, safe environment for the training of students and provide all students the necessary training to ensure that sanitation and safety measures are applied for the maximum protection of the public, students, and models.

     (2) An adequate supply of hot and cold running water must be provided in the shampoo area, dispensary and toilet facilities in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

     (3) Clean towels shall be provided for each customer and shall be laundered after every use. Clean towels will be kept in closed cabinets with tight fitting doors and shall be kept closed to protect the linen and towels from dust and dirt.

     (4) Robes or gowns used by customers must be laundered after every use, and stored in closed cabinets until used.

     (5) A separate area with an adequate supply of hot and cold running water, shall be designated as a dispensary for the dispensing of supplies and for the cleaning of tools, equipment and materials.

     (6) Wet sanitizer -- fresh, clean solution shall be in a clean covered container for the sanitizing of combs, brushes and other tools or implements. The solution will be of a sufficient chemical mixture that will destroy bacterial and viral germs.

     (7) Chemicals must be stored in compliance with federal, state, and local laws to ensure maximum protection against fires, fumes, corrosion of containers or contamination. Storage areas shall be posted "flammable liquids" and "hazardous chemicals." Materials should be inspected regularly and corroded containers and outdated chemicals must be discarded immediately.

     (8) Adequate toilet facilities shall be provided for the use of customers, employees and students in sufficient quantity to comply with state and local laws. The use of common towels and bar soap is prohibited.

     (9) Shampoo bowls will be kept clean and free of hair.

     (10) Licenses of the school and all currently employed instructors must be posted in the reception area.

     (11) All trays, rollers, floors, chairs, and other implements should be free from dust, dirt, and/or hair.

     (12) Clippers, scissors, razors, rollers, and other implements should be disinfected and sanitized after each use. Once sanitized they should be stored in clean covered/sealed containers to maintain dry sanitation. Used implements should be stored in an area separate from the sanitized implements.

     (13) Soiled towels and linens must be stored in covered ventilated receptacles.

     (14) Work stations shall have an adjacent waste basket that must be emptied and cleansed daily.

     (15) Creams, lotions, and fluids shall be dispensed and administered in such a way to maintain acceptable sanitation standards.

     (16) General appearance - the school floor, walls, fixtures, ceilings, and work stations must be clean and free from dust, dirt, and hair and in good working condition.

     (17) Ventilation should be sufficient to keep odors from the chemicals used at a safe level and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

     (18) Electrical wiring must be acceptable to the local fire district as demonstrated by a current fire inspection form. Electrical plug-ins should not reflect any frays and be properly repaired to prevent shock.

     (19) Waste disposal, plumbing, and lighting are to be in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

     (20) No animals will be allowed in a school except animals trained to assist disabled patrons.

     (21) A notice supplied by the department of licensing, giving the address and phone number of the department for submitting written complaint, shall be posted in the reception area.)) In addition to the requirements of RCW 18.16.175, licensees and students pursuant to chapter 18.16 RCW shall maintain the following safety and sanitation standards:

     (1) Safety shall be maintained as follows:

     (a) Salons/shops, booth renters, mobile operators and schools shall have:

     (i) If chemicals are used, an area designated as a chemical and supply dispensary separate from the shampoo area with hot and cold water for the disposal and mixing of all chemicals and disinfecting of supplies, tools, equipment and other materials;

     (ii) All chemicals stored and labeled according to manufacturer's instructions;

     (iii) Disinfected supplies, tools, equipment and other material stored separately from those that have been used; and

     (iv) First-aid supplies.

     (b) Individual licensees and students shall not work on clients with parasites.

     (2) Sanitation shall be maintained as follows:

     (a) Salons/shops, booth renters, mobile operators and schools shall have:

     (i) Floors, walls, fixtures, and ceilings clean and free from dust, dirt and hair;

     (ii) Hair removed from the floor after each service; and

     (iii) Waste receptacles emptied and disinfected daily.

     (b) Individual licensees and students shall:

     (i) Dispose of disposable products in a waste receptacle after use;

     (ii) Use disposable hand-drying towels and single-use soap;

     (iii) Dispense creams and lotions using a disposable applicator, and fluids with a squeeze bottle or pump;

     (iv) Use clean towel, new neck strip or other sanitized supplies for each client;

     (v) Clean reusable supplies and implements with a disinfectant after use; and

     (vi) Wash hands after toilet use and before providing service to each client.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.16 RCW and RCW 34.05.220. 92-04-006, § 308-20-110, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030. 91-11-042, § 308-20-110, filed 5/10/91, effective 6/10/91; 88-19-047 (Order PM 772), § 308-20-110, filed 9/14/88. Statutory Authority: 1984 c 208. 84-19-020 (Order PL 480), § 308-20-110, filed 9/12/84.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 92-04-006, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92)

WAC 308-20-120   Written and performance examinations ((construction and content)).   ((Examinations for cosmetologists, barbers, estheticians, and manicurists shall consist of written questions, with multiple choice answers. The examination will determine the applicant's knowledge of safe and sanitary practice. Safe and sanitary practices includes but is not necessarily limited to, the use of tools, machines, materials, processes used to provide a service, or working conditions, which may adversely affect the members of the public or licensees. The examination for an instructor's license will cover lesson planning and teaching techniques.)) (1) When an applicant for examination as a cosmetologist, barber, manicurist, esthetician or instructor completes the course required in RCW 18.16.100 or meets the requirement to take the examinations described in RCW 18.16.130, the department shall administer or approve the administration of a written and performance license examination. The department may approve written or performance examinations given by department-approved examination providers.

     (2) The written and performance examinations for cosmetologist, barber, manicurist and esthetician shall be constructed to measure the applicant's knowledge of safe and sanitary practice. The passing score for performance examinations shall be seventy-six percent of each examination section or unit. The passing score for the written examinations shall be seventy-six percent of the total examination questions.

     (3) The written and performance examinations for instructors shall be constructed to measure the applicant's knowledge of lesson planning and teaching techniques. The passing score for the performance examination shall be eighty percent of each examination section or unit. The passing score for the written examination shall be eighty percent of the total examination questions.

     (4) Performance examinations shall be divided into skills section or units.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.16 RCW and RCW 34.05.220. 92-04-006, § 308-20-120, filed 1/23/92, effective 2/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.16.030. 88-19-047 (Order PM 772), § 308-20-120, filed 9/14/88. Statutory Authority: 1984 c 208. 84-19-020 (Order PL 480), § 308-20-120, filed 9/12/84.]


NEW SECTION
WAC 308-20-122   Examination retakes.   Examination applicants may take an examination no more than once a day.

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REPEALER

     The following sections of the Washington Administrative Code are repealed:
WAC 308-20-030 Curriculum structure.
WAC 308-20-045 Performance examination.
WAC 308-20-130 Examination objectives.
WAC 308-20-150 Student appeal -- Examination eligibility denial by the school.
WAC 308-20-155 Procedure for applicants requiring special accommodations for licensure examination.
WAC 308-20-171 Passing scores on all examinations.
WAC 308-20-172 Failed examination appeal procedures.
WAC 308-20-310 Minimum sanitation, safety and health standards for all individual licensees.
WAC 308-20-590 Minimum business location sanitation, safety, and health standards.

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