DIVISION 535
ELECTROLOGY: PRACTICE STANDARDS
331-535-0000
Compliance with all Applicable Regulations
(1) Electrologists shall observe all applicable state regulations pertaining to public health and safety. Compliance with state building, fire, plumbing, and electrical regulations is required.
(2) In addition, when an employee/employer relationship exists, practitioners shall comply with ORS 654 the Oregon Safe Employment Act.
(3) Electrologist shall observe and adhere to all Oregon Occupational Safety & Health Codes (OR-OSHA), OAR 437, 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens.
(4) Every electrologist shall have a written Exposure Control Plan. All procedures developed for the facility's exposure control plan shall be in compliance with OSHA state and federal regulations and with current Centers for Disease Control (CDC) standard for public service workers.
(5) Only authorized equipment or products may be utilized, and in addition, must only be used in a manner approved by manufacturers and appropriate regulatory agencies.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 654, 676.605, 676.615,690.390, 690.405
Stats. Implemented: ORS 654, 676.605, 676.615,690.390, 690.405
Hist.: HDLP 1-1999, f. 1-26-99, cert. ef. 2-1-99; HLO 5-2004, f.
6-29-04, cert. ef. 7-1-04
331-535-0010
Electrologist Practice Standards: Restrictions
(1) Electrologists may provide clients with written information on electrolysis procedures, the purpose for asking specific questions regarding the client's general health, and that any recommendation for medical attention is not to be construed as a medical referral or diagnosis of a physical disease or ailment.
(2) Licensees shall keep an individual record of each client. That record shall include: name and address of client; type of treatment required/requested; type of hair or skin; date and duration of each treatment; special instructions or notations relating to the treatment precautions or needs, such as allergies, pacemaker, etc.; and, name and telephone of referring doctor, if applicable.
(3) Electrologists are prohibited from performing services under the following conditions or circumstances (for blood borne diseases only, refer to OAR 331-535-0020):
(a) Licensee or client has a disease or condition which has been diagnosed by a physician to be in a communicable or transmittable form during treatment;
(b) Licensee determines by direct observation or communication with client, that client has or may have a suspected communicable disease or condition;
(c) Licensee knows or should have reasonably known from the state of his/her own physical condition, a communicable disease or condition may exist; or
(d) Treatment in areas with high propensity towards bacterial colonization, such as nostrils and ear canals.
(4) Electrologists must first obtain written authorization from a physician when any of the following exists:
(a) Request for hair removal from moles or birthmarks;
(b) Removal of eyelashes;
(c) Clients with diabetes; or
(d) Clients with heart problems or pacemaker.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 690.390
Stats. Implemented: ORS 690.390
Hist.: HD 16-1988, f. & cert. ef. 7-15-88; HD 4-1991, f. 3-15-91,
cert. ef. 4-1-91; HD 24-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94;
HDLP 1-1999, f. 1-26-99, cert. ef. 2-1-99, Renumbered from
333-305-0245; HLO 5-2004, f. 6-29-04, cert. ef. 7-1-04
331-535-0020
Communicable and Blood Borne Diseases
A licensee providing service or working in a facility while diagnosed with having acquired an immunodeficiency virus and related immunodeficiency conditions or Hepatitis viruses (B, C and/or D) shall observe and follow all current Centers for Disease Control (CDC) standards for public service workers regarding personal protection equipment and disposal of blood or bodily fluid contaminated articles, tools and equipment. This includes practitioners or employees providing services to clients who have been diagnosed with having an immunodeficiency virus, related conditions or the Hepatitis viruses (B, C and/or D).
NOTE: It is the position of the agency that human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the cause of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and related immunodeficiency conditions. This virus, as well as Hepatitis B virus (HBV), Hepatitis C virus (HCV) and Hepatitis virus (HVD) may be transmitted by sharp instruments contaminated by blood or other body fluids, if standard precautions are not followed. As the carriers of these viruses may have no symptoms, the most prudent course to follow is to treat body fluids from all persons with the same high standards of caution and to rigorously follow established safety and infection control practices as required by the law and rules of the agency. There is no published evidence to support casual transmission of HIV, by sneezing or touching, even in close household settings involving AIDS patients and family members caring for them at home. Because HIV is not spread by casual means and because of the inadequacies of the HIV antibody test, there is no reason for the agency to require blood tests prior to certification and/or licensure. Good hand washing after glove removal and between each client is imperative and the most important procedure for prevention of all infections, including HIV. Uniform body fluid precautions are ample to prevent transmission of HIV, HBV, HCV and/or HDV in a facility setting.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 676.605, 676.615, 690.390
Stats. Implemented: ORS 676.605, 676.615,
690.390
Hist.: HDLP 1-1999, f. 1-26-99, cert. ef. 2-1-99; HLO 5-2004,
f. 6-29-04, cert. ef. 7-1-04
331-535-0030
Handwashing/Protective Gloves; Handling Disposable Materials
(1) HAND WASHING: Electrologists shall observe and adhere to the following hand washing standards when serving clients:
(a) Hands must be washed before and after treatment of each client, and before putting on gloves and immediately after gloves are removed;
(b) Thorough hand washing shall be by use of soap and water or other alternative hand washing product, such as jell, aerosol spray, foam, or pre-packaged hand wipes, immediately before and after serving each client as needed. Use of bar soap is prohibited.
(2) PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Electrologists shall observe and adhere to the following protective glove standards when serving clients:
(a) A new pair of disposable gloves must be worn during the treatment of each client;
(b) Hands must be washed in accordance with the hand washing standards stated in subsection (1) of this rule before putting on gloves and immediately after gloves are removed;
(c) If an electrologist uses low-powered gloves, the excess exterior powder must be removed to prevent powder contact with the client's skin during treatment;
(d) When a treatment session is interrupted:
(A) A protective covering must be used over the gloved hand/hands; or
(B) Gloves must be removed and discarded.
(e) When gloves are removed during a treatment session, hands must be washed and a fresh pair of gloves used;
(f) Gloves must be worn during the procedures of mechanical pre-cleaning, cleaning, rinsing, and drying of needles/probes and forceps/tweezers;
(g) Torn or perforated gloves must be removed immediately, and hands must be washed after gloves are removed.
(3) DISPOSABLE MATERIALS: Electrologists shall observe and adhere to the following disposable material standards when serving clients:
(a) All waste materials related to treatment shall be disposed of in a covered container after each client service;
(b) Disposable materials in contact with blood and/or body fluids shall be placed in a sealable plastic bag, separate from sealable trash or garbage liners, and then disposed of in a covered container;
(c) Disposable sharp objects in contact with blood and/or body fluids shall be disposed of in an appropriate "sharps container" as defined in OAR 331-505-0000(31);
(d) Electrologists shall have both sealable plastic bags and sealable rigid containers available at the facility.
(4) The client's skin shall be cleansed by applying an antiseptic or antibacterial solution prior to and following treatment.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 676.605, 676.615, 690.390, 690.405
Stats. Implemented: ORS 676.605, 676.615, 690.390, 690.405
Hist.: HD 16-1988, f. & cert. ef. 7-15-88; HD 4-1991, f. 3-15-91,
cert. ef. 4-1-91; HD 24-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94; HDLP
1-1999, f. 1-26-99, cert. ef. 2-1-99, Renumbered from 333-305-0210,
333-305-0215 & 333-305-0235; HLO 5-2004, f. 6-29-04, cert. ef.
7-1-04
331-535-0040
Linens
(1) Clean linens shall be used for each client.
(2) A common towel is prohibited.
(3) Air blowers can be substituted for hand towels.
(4) Clean linens, tissues or single-use paper products shall be stored in a clean, storage area until needed for immediate use.
(5) Used linens shall be disposed of or stored in a closed or covered container until laundered.
(6) Used linens shall be laundered either by a regular commercial laundering or by a noncommercial laundering process which includes use of commercial laundry detergent manufactured for the specific purpose of cleaning clothes, linens or other washable fabric, and immersion in hot water during the wash and rinse cycle.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 690.390
Stats. Implemented: ORS 690.390
Hist.: HD 16-1988, f. & cert. ef. 7-15-88; HD 24-1993, f.
12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94; HDLP 1-1999, f. 1-26-99, cert. ef. 2-1-99
[Renumbered from 333-305-0220]
331-535-0050
Required Equipment
(1) All facilities shall have a treatment area or operatory that is separate, private, or screened from the entrance, waiting area, and/or other treatment areas.
(2) Facilities shall be kept clean and orderly, and equipment shall be maintained in good repair
(3) All surfaces (counters, tables, equipment, client chairs or recliners) in treatment and sterilization areas shall be made of smooth, non-absorbent and non-porous material.
(4) All floors and walls shall be easily cleanable. Concrete blocks or other masonry used in wall construction shall be covered or made smooth and sealed for a washable surface.
(5) A high-level disinfectant or bleach solution, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, shall be used to disinfect surfaces contaminated by blood or bodily fluids.
(6) Pets or other animals shall not be permitted in the business facility. This prohibition does not apply to therapy animals, trained guide animals for the disabled, sightless or hearing impaired or to fish in aquariums.
(7) Electrologists shall maintain at the place of business an adequate supply of approved disinfecting or sterilizing equipment, tools/implements, articles and materials for usage requirements and volume of business. The following equipment shall be maintained at the place of business:
(a) A Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved epilator;
(b) Sufficient supply of needles and tweezers to supply sterile instruments for each client treated;
(c) A treatment light;
(d) Choice of hemostat, forceps, or tweezer to transfer sterilized instruments;
(e) Protective gloves;
(f) Sealable plastic bags and sharps container.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 676.605, 676.615, 690.390, 690.405(9)
Stats. Implemented: ORS 676.605, 676.615, 690.390, 690.405(9)
Hist.: HD 16-1988, f. & cert. ef. 7-15-88; HD 4-1991, f. 3-15-91,
cert. ef. 4-1-91; HD 24-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94; HDLP
1-1999, f. 1-26-99, cert. ef. 2-1-99, Renumbered from 333-305-0165,
333-305-0175, 333-305-0180 & 333-305-0190; HLO 5-2004, f.
6-29-04, cert. ef. 7-1-04
331-535-0060
Water Supply Requirements and Standards
(1) The quality and construction of facility water supplies shall meet the requirements of ORS Chapter 448 and the State Plumbing Code, OAR 918, Division 750.
(2) Facility water supplies shall have a minimum of 20 pounds pressure per square inch in accordance with the State Plumbing code.
(3) All facilities shall have easy and adequate supply of both hot and cold running water and wash basins on the facility premises or as part of surrounding premises or adjacent to the facility but separate from a public restroom.
(4) Waste from toilets or lavatories shall be discharged directly into a public sewer or by a method meeting the requirements of ORS 454.
(5) Hand washing accommodations shall be provided in work areas where employees are exposed to hazardous materials, which will have a harmful effect on or be absorbed through the skin if the contamination is not removed.
(6) Washing accommodations shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 448, 454, 676.605, 676.615, 690.390 &
690.405(9)
Stats. Implemented: ORS 448, 454, 676.605, 676.615, 690.390 &
690.405(9)
Hist.: HD 16-1988, f. & cert. ef. 7-15-88; HD 4-1991, f. 3-15-91,
cert. ef. 4-1-91; HD 24-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94; HDLP
1-1999, f. 1-26-99, cert. ef. 2-1-99, Renumbered from 333-305-0165;
HLO 5-2004, f. 6-29-04, cert. ef. 7-1-04
331-535-0070
Compliance with Indoor Clean Air Act
Any public place in a facility shall be governed under the Oregon Indoor Clean Air Act as it appears in ORS 433.835 through 433.875.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 676.615, 690.390, 690.405(9)
Stats. Implemented: ORS 433.835 - 433.875, 676.615, 690.390,
690.405(9)
Hist.: HD 16-1988, f. & cert. ef. 7-15-88; HD 4-1991, f. 3-15-91,
cert. ef. 4-1-91; HD 24-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94; HDLP
1-1999, f. 1-26-99, cert. ef. 2-1-99, Renumbered from 333-305-0170;
HLO 5-2004, f. 6-29-04, cert. ef. 7-1-04
331-535-0080
Waste Receptacles
(1) All waste material related to treatment shall be deposited in a covered container following service for each client.
(2) Waste disposed of in receptacles located in reception and/or restroom areas is limited to materials, which are not practice-related or used in the performance of any client services. Waste receptacles located in these areas are exempt from the covered container requirements listed in subsection (1) of this rule.
(3) Outer surface of waste disposal containers shall be kept clean.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 676.615, 690.390, 690.405(9)
Stats. Implemented: ORS 676.615, 690.390, 690.405(9)
Hist.: HD 16-1988, f. & cert. ef. 7-15-88; HD 4-1991, f. 3-15-91,
cert. ef. 4-1-91; HD 24-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94; HDLP
1-1999, f. 1-26-99, cert. ef. 2-1-99, Renumbered from 333-305-0240;
HLO 5-2004, f. 6-29-04, cert. ef. 7-1-04
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