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Question 1Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

In Tennessee, which person is authorized to perform a shave with a straight razor on a paying customer?

  1. A person holding a current Tennessee barber license Correct answer.
  2. A shop employee enrolled in barber school but not yet licensed
  3. A person holding a current Tennessee cosmetology license
  4. A receptionist trained by the shop owner

Explanation

Barbering, which includes shaving another person with a straight razor, may be performed only by individuals licensed by the Tennessee Board of Barber Examiners. A cosmetology license covers a different scope of services and does not authorize barber shaving, and neither school enrollment nor informal training substitutes for a license.

Question 2Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

How must an individual barber license be kept while the barber is working?

  1. Carried in the barber's wallet during shifts
  2. Kept in the shop's lease file
  3. Locked in the owner's office for safekeeping
  4. Displayed in plain view at the barber's workstation Correct answer.

Explanation

An individual license must be posted or displayed conspicuously at the licensee's workstation so that patrons, the public, and Board representatives can see it. Keeping it stored away defeats the inspection and consumer-protection purpose of the display rule.

Question 3Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Which practice meets Tennessee sanitation requirements for towels and linens used on patrons?

  1. Storing soiled towels beside the clean towels
  2. A clean towel per patron, with soiled linen held in a closed bin Correct answer.
  3. Reusing the same towel for one patron throughout the entire day
  4. Rinsing used towels in the shop sink and hanging them to dry for reuse

Explanation

Each patron must receive clean linen, and soiled linens must be kept in a closed receptacle apart from clean supplies. Towels are laundered before reuse rather than rinsed and hung to dry.

Question 4Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

After finishing a haircut, a barber sets the clippers aside for the next patron. What must happen before they are used again?

  1. Wipe the blades on a dry towel and keep cutting
  2. Rinse the blades in water and shake them dry
  3. Spray the handle with air freshener and store them
  4. Remove hair debris and disinfect the blades first Correct answer.

Explanation

Implements must be freed of hair and residue and then disinfected with a product approved for that purpose before being used on another patron. Simply wiping or rinsing does not kill organisms left on the blade.

Question 5Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Before beginning a service on a new patron, a barber should first do which of the following?

  1. Wipe the hands on the towel used on the last patron
  2. Skip washing when hand sanitizer is available
  3. Wash the hands with soap and warm water Correct answer.
  4. Rinse the hands in the shampoo bowl

Explanation

Hands must be washed with soap and warm water before serving each patron to prevent transfer of organisms between clients. Sanitizer is not a substitute when hands can be washed.

Question 6Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Which practice is required when a cape is placed on a patron?

  1. Reuse the previous patron's neck strip if it looks clean
  2. Place a clean neck strip or towel between cape and skin Correct answer.
  3. Fasten the cape with tape instead of a clasp
  4. Drape the cape directly on the patron's bare neck

Explanation

A clean paper neck strip or towel must be used between the cape and the patron's skin so the cape does not contact the neck directly. The barrier is single-use and is discarded after the service.

Question 7Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

While shaving a patron, a barber nicks the skin and the razor draws blood. What is the correct response?

  1. Continue the shave after wiping the razor on the towel
  2. Stop, treat the nick, then clean and disinfect the razor Correct answer.
  3. Rinse the razor in the lather bowl and finish the cut
  4. Dust the razor with powder and keep shaving

Explanation

Blood exposure requires the barber to stop, treat the nick with a clean dressing, and clean and disinfect every contaminated implement and surface before reuse. Continuing with the same razor or equipment risks transmitting bloodborne pathogens.

Question 8Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

A licensed barber sells his shop and wants to give his license to the new owner. Which statement is accurate?

  1. The license is not transferable; the buyer must apply Correct answer.
  2. The license may be sold if the Board is notified
  3. The license may be lent to the buyer until a new one issues
  4. The license transfers automatically with the shop sale

Explanation

Licenses are issued to a named person or to specific licensed premises and are not transferable by sale, gift, or lease. A change of ownership requires the new owner to apply for a shop license in the usual manner.

Question 9Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Where should a barbershop license be kept?

  1. Kept at the owner's home with the tax records
  2. Held by the shop's accountant until renewal
  3. Locked in a drawer at the reception desk
  4. Posted conspicuously where patrons can see it Correct answer.

Explanation

A shop license must be posted in a conspicuous place in the establishment so that patrons and inspectors can verify that the premises are licensed. Storage away from the shop does not satisfy the posting requirement.

Question 10Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

A Board inspector arrives at a licensed barbershop during business hours. The owner may do which of the following?

  1. Allow the inspection, since licensees must permit inspections Correct answer.
  2. Refuse entry unless the inspector has a search warrant
  3. Limit the inspection to the front waiting area
  4. Demand 24 hours' written notice before admitting anyone

Explanation

By applying for and holding a license, the licensee agrees to inspections of the licensed premises at reasonable times. Refusing entry or restricting the inspector's access can itself be a violation.

Question 11Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Before the Board may suspend or revoke a barber license for a rules violation, it generally must do which of the following?

  1. Obtain a criminal conviction in court before acting
  2. Publish the allegations for 30 days before acting
  3. Give notice of the charges and a hearing opportunity Correct answer.
  4. Get the written consent of the shop owner

Explanation

Disciplinary action requires due process: the licensee must be told the charges and be given an opportunity to be heard before the Board acts. The proceeding is handled as a contested case, and the licensee may present evidence and be represented.

Question 12Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

A licensed barber moves to a new home address. What must the barber do?

  1. Wait until the next renewal to report the change
  2. Apply for a completely new license
  3. Nothing, because only the shop's address matters to the Board
  4. Notify the Board of the change within the time set by rule Correct answer.

Explanation

Licensees must keep the Board informed of their current mailing address so that renewal notices, complaints, and hearing notices reach them. The change is reported within the period stated in Board rules.

Question 13Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

How should a barber store the chemical products used in the shop?

  1. Mixed together in one container to simplify use
  2. In unmarked spray bottles to save station space
  3. In original labeled containers, away from food Correct answer.
  4. In a cooler that also holds employee lunches

Explanation

Chemicals must remain in their original labeled containers so that contents, hazards, and directions are always identifiable. They must be stored away from food and in a manner that prevents accidental exposure.

Question 14Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

A barber's license expired two months ago and has not been renewed. The barber may lawfully do which of the following?

  1. Continue working while the renewal is processed
  2. Work weekends only until the renewal fee is paid
  3. Stop performing barbering for pay until the license is restored Correct answer.
  4. Perform services with the shop owner's written permission

Explanation

Once a license expires, the holder no longer holds a valid license and may not perform barbering for compensation until it is renewed or restored. An expired license is treated the same as no license at all.

Question 15Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

How should hair clippings swept from the shop floor be handled?

  1. Kept in an open basket beneath each chair
  2. Placed in a closed container and removed from the shop Correct answer.
  3. Burned in an open container inside the shop
  4. Left in the corner of the shop until the week ends

Explanation

Waste hair must be collected and kept in a closed, covered container and then removed from the premises. Open piles or open baskets allow debris to scatter and create an unsanitary condition.

Question 16Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

A barber licensed in another state moves to Tennessee and wants to work. Which statement is most accurate?

  1. The barber may practice for one year while deciding to apply
  2. The barber must apply and meet Tennessee's requirements Correct answer.
  3. The out-of-state license converts automatically
  4. No license is needed because Tennessee does not regulate barbers

Explanation

Tennessee licenses barbers through its own board, and a license issued elsewhere does not authorize practice in this state. The applicant must apply and satisfy the Board's requirements for licensure by endorsement or reciprocity, which generally include proof of an equivalent license in good standing.

Question 17Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

To be eligible to take the Tennessee barber licensing examination, an applicant must generally do which of the following?

  1. Be sponsored by a licensed barber in the same county
  2. Complete the required course at a licensed barber school Correct answer.
  3. Have five years of shop experience sweeping floors
  4. Be nominated by the shop owner who plans to hire them

Explanation

Examination eligibility requires completion of the required course of study, including the minimum hours of instruction, at a school licensed by the Board, along with the application, fee, and other general requirements. Shop experience, sponsorship, and a prospective employer's nomination are not substitutes.

Question 18Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Why are porous implements and materials treated differently from metal tools under sanitation rules?

  1. Because metal tools are exempt from sanitation rules
  2. Because porous items cost less and can be reused often
  3. Because porous items trap debris and cannot be disinfected Correct answer.
  4. Because disinfection is required only at day's end

Explanation

Porous materials can absorb blood, skin cells, and other debris and cannot be reliably cleaned and disinfected, so they must be single-use or kept out of the shop entirely. Non-porous implements such as metal shears and clippers can be cleaned and disinfected for reuse.

Question 19Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

A barber develops an open, weeping sore on the hands. Under Board rules the barber should do which of the following?

  1. Stop serving the public until the condition clears Correct answer.
  2. Serve only clients who say they are unconcerned
  3. Bandage the sore and keep shaving clients
  4. Wear gloves and continue every service as usual

Explanation

A barber with an infected or weeping skin condition, or a communicable disease, must refrain from serving the public until the condition is resolved. Gloves and bandages do not remove the risk of transmitting infection to patrons.

Question 20Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

An unlicensed employee is found cutting hair in a licensed shop. Who may be held responsible?

  1. No one, since no patron filed a complaint
  2. Both the employee and the responsible shop owner Correct answer.
  3. Only the Board, for failing to inspect the shop
  4. Only the employee, since the owner was off the premises

Explanation

The unlicensed individual practices without authority, and the shop owner is separately responsible for ensuring that only properly licensed persons provide services on the licensed premises. The owner's absence or the lack of a complaint does not excuse the violation.

Question 21Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Which use of the title 'barber' in advertising is permissible?

  1. Advertising by the holder of a current barber license Correct answer.
  2. Advertising by an unlicensed trainee at the shop
  3. Advertising by a shop whose license has lapsed
  4. Advertising by a cosmetologist seeking shaving clients

Explanation

Only a person who holds a current Tennessee barber license may use the title and advertise barber services. Advertising that implies a license the advertiser does not hold is misleading and subject to discipline.

Question 22Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Which facility requirement must a licensed Tennessee barbershop meet?

  1. At least two street-facing display windows
  2. An adequate supply of hot and cold running water Correct answer.
  3. A swimming pool available to patrons
  4. A private office for each barber employed

Explanation

A licensed shop must have adequate plumbing, including an adequate supply of hot and cold running water, along with the sinks and toilet facilities required by rule. Amenities such as pools, private offices, and display windows are not licensing requirements.

Question 23Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

How should clean, disinfected implements be stored between clients?

  1. In an open tray on the counter beside the register
  2. Loose in the barber's apron pocket between clients
  3. In a clean closed container kept apart from soiled items Correct answer.
  4. In the same bin as used combs awaiting disinfection

Explanation

Disinfected implements must be protected from contamination by storing them in a clean, closed container or cabinet that is separate from soiled implements. Mixing clean and dirty tools destroys the effect of disinfection.

Question 24Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Which statement about a Tennessee barber license is accurate?

  1. It must be renewed periodically to keep practicing lawfully Correct answer.
  2. It stays valid for life unless the Board revokes it for cause
  3. It renews automatically without any action by the licensee
  4. It never requires renewal once it has been issued by the Board

Explanation

Barber licenses run for a set term and must be renewed, with the required fee, to remain valid. Practicing after the expiration date is treated as practicing without a license.

Question 25Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

A licensed barber wants extra income by cutting hair in a rented room that holds no shop license. Which statement is correct?

  1. A separate shop license is not needed for a licensed barber
  2. Services for pay must be given in a licensed shop Correct answer.
  3. Any rented space becomes a shop once a chair is installed
  4. A licensed barber may practice anywhere if the client agrees

Explanation

Barbering for compensation must be performed in an establishment licensed by the Board, apart from narrow exceptions recognized in statute, so that the premises can be inspected and held to sanitation standards. A personal license does not license a location.

Question 26Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Before beginning a haircut on a new patron, a Tennessee barber is required to do which of the following?

  1. Wash the hands with soap and warm water Correct answer.
  2. Use hand sanitizer in place of washing
  3. Wipe the hands with a clean neck strip
  4. Rinse the hands under cold running water only

Explanation

Board sanitation rules require a barber to wash the hands thoroughly with soap and warm water before serving each patron. Hand washing is the minimum hygiene step between clients and must be repeated before each new patron.

Question 27Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

Non-porous implements are submerged in a liquid disinfectant at a barber station. How long must they stay submerged?

  1. Until the next client is seated
  2. For the label's stated contact time Correct answer.
  3. For one full hour, whatever product is used
  4. For ten seconds, then wiped dry

Explanation

Implements must stay fully immersed in an EPA-registered disinfectant for the contact time printed on the product label. Following the labeled time ensures the product actually kills the organisms it is registered to kill.

Question 28Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

A walk-in patron has visible crusted, scaly patches on the scalp. Under Board rules, the barber should do which of the following?

  1. Serve the patron as long as the barber wears disposable gloves throughout
  2. Cut the hair dry and apply disinfectant to the scalp afterward
  3. Decline the service and refer the patron to a physician Correct answer.
  4. Serve the patron if the patron signs a written waiver

Explanation

A barber may not serve a patron who shows signs of a contagious or infectious condition of the hair or scalp. The patron should be turned away and advised to seek medical care before service is given.

Question 29Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

A person has leased space for a new barbershop and wants to start cutting hair there next week. Before opening, the owner must generally do which of the following?

  1. File a bond with the county clerk for the shop's equipment
  2. Hire at least one barber holding an instructor license
  3. Obtain a shop license after a Board inspection Correct answer.
  4. Notify the Board in writing within thirty days of opening

Explanation

A barbershop must be licensed for its location, and a new shop is inspected to confirm it meets the physical and sanitation requirements before the license is issued. Opening without that shop license is unlawful even if every barber working there is individually licensed.

Question 30Tennessee Barber Law, Board Rules, and Regulations

In a busy shop, clean towels sit on an open shelf next to a hamper holding used towels. Which change best brings the shop into compliance?

  1. Move the used-towel hamper to the retail area near the front door
  2. Store clean towels in a closed cabinet away from soiled linens Correct answer.
  3. Keep the clean towels on the open shelf but turn them face down
  4. Spray the stacked clean towels with disinfectant at day's end

Explanation

Clean linens must be kept in a closed cabinet or other clean enclosure, and soiled linens must be held in a separate closed container. Physically separating and enclosing each supply prevents cross-contamination between clean and used items.

Question 31Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

What is the minimum length of time routine handwashing with soap and water should last?

  1. 20 seconds Correct answer.
  2. 3 minutes
  3. 1 minute
  4. 5 seconds

Explanation

Routine handwashing needs soap, friction, and enough time for the lather to work, generally at least 20 seconds. Shorter scrubs leave transient microorganisms on the skin. Hands should be washed before and after every client.

Question 32Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

A barber finishes a client's neckline with a disposable razor. How should that razor be handled afterward?

  1. Wipe it with a towel and keep it in the drawer
  2. Rinse it and store it for the next client
  3. Soak it in disinfectant and reuse it
  4. Discard it in the trash immediately Correct answer.

Explanation

Single-use items are made for one client only and are discarded after the service. Their construction does not allow reliable cleaning and disinfection. Reusing them can transfer one client's microorganisms to the next.

Question 33Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

Why does a barber place a fresh neck strip between the cape and the client's skin?

  1. To protect the cape from dye stains
  2. To help the cape fit more tightly
  3. To keep loose hair out of the collar
  4. To block direct cape-to-skin contact Correct answer.

Explanation

Capes are reused, so a fresh neck strip forms a barrier that keeps the cape from touching the client's skin. This prevents microorganisms from one client being carried to the next. The strip is discarded after the service.

Question 34Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

A bottle of shampoo spills across the shop floor during a busy afternoon. What should be done first?

  1. Ask the next client to step around it
  2. Finish the haircut and clean it later
  3. Block the area and clean it at once Correct answer.
  4. Cover the spill with a towel and continue

Explanation

Wet floors are a leading cause of slip injuries in shops, so a spill must be barricaded and cleaned immediately rather than after the service. A wet-floor sign stays in place until the area is dry.

Question 35Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

Where should a barber eat lunch during the workday?

  1. In a designated break area Correct answer.
  2. At the workstation between clients
  3. On the station counter
  4. Beside the shampoo sink

Explanation

Eating and drinking are confined to a break area so food is not exposed to hair, chemicals, or bloodborne pathogens on the service floor. Keeping food out of the work area also reduces debris and pest problems.

Question 36Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

What is the minimum required treatment of the barber chair and workstation surfaces between clients?

  1. Wipe with a dry paper towel only
  2. Spray them with air freshener
  3. Nothing, as long as no blood is visible
  4. Clean and then disinfect them Correct answer.

Explanation

Client-contact surfaces must first be cleaned of hair and debris, then treated with an EPA-registered disinfectant. Visible cleanliness alone does not remove microorganisms, which are invisible.

Question 37Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

A client has a small bleeding nick on the neck. What must the barber put on before touching the area?

  1. A face shield only
  2. Disposable gloves Correct answer.
  3. A clean neck strip
  4. No protection, since the cut is small

Explanation

Gloves create a barrier against bloodborne pathogens whenever blood, body fluids, or broken skin may be contacted. Hands are washed after the gloves are removed.

Question 38Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

After a shear has been cleaned and disinfected, how should it be stored?

  1. On the counter, uncovered
  2. In a closed, clean container Correct answer.
  3. Loose in an apron pocket
  4. In a drawer with hair clippings

Explanation

Disinfected implements must stay in a clean, closed container until use so they are not recontaminated by hair, dust, or handling. Open counters and pockets expose them to contamination.

Question 39Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

A hospital-grade disinfectant label states a 10-minute immersion time. A barber soaks the combs for 4 minutes. What is the result?

  1. A water rinse is all that is needed afterward
  2. The combs are not adequately disinfected Correct answer.
  3. The combs are disinfected because they were fully submerged
  4. The combs are sterilized

Explanation

A disinfectant's label contact time is the minimum needed for the product to kill the organisms it claims to kill. Cutting the soak short leaves pathogens viable even when the tool is completely submerged.

Question 40Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

Blood from a client's cut drips onto the shop floor. What is the correct response?

  1. Let it air dry, then vacuum the area
  2. Disinfect first, then wipe with a towel
  3. Sweep it up with a broom, then mop with plain water
  4. Put on gloves, absorb the spill, then disinfect Correct answer.

Explanation

Blood spills are handled with barrier protection, absorbent material, and an EPA-registered disinfectant applied after the visible soil is removed. Gross soil must be removed first because organic matter inactivates many disinfectants.

Question 41Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

A cloth razor strop becomes contaminated with blood. How should it be handled?

  1. Spray it with sanitizer and reuse
  2. Wash it in cold water and reuse
  3. Soak it in disinfectant overnight
  4. Discard it as a porous item Correct answer.

Explanation

Porous materials absorb liquids, and disinfectants cannot reliably penetrate them, so contaminated porous items are thrown away. Non-porous tools can instead be cleaned and disinfected.

Question 42Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

What is the purpose of keeping a Safety Data Sheet for each chemical in the shop?

  1. To list the shop's regular clients
  2. To record product sales totals
  3. To describe the product's hazards Correct answer.
  4. To track employee work hours

Explanation

A Safety Data Sheet summarizes a product's hazards, first-aid measures, and safe handling and storage. OSHA requires the sheets to be kept and readily accessible to employees who work with the chemical.

Question 43Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

A quaternary ammonium disinfectant must be mixed at 1:64. A barber mixes it at 1:256 to stretch the product. What is the effect?

  1. It may be too weak to kill pathogens Correct answer.
  2. It works exactly the same as labeled
  3. It turns into a sterilant
  4. It becomes more effective than before

Explanation

Disinfectants are formulated to be effective at the label dilution, and over-diluting drops the active ingredient below the concentration needed to kill organisms. Under-diluting wastes product and can damage tools or irritate skin.

Question 44Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

Where does a barber place a used straight razor blade?

  1. In a puncture-resistant sharps container Correct answer.
  2. In an apron pocket until the end of the day
  3. In the trash can lined with a plastic bag
  4. In a paper cup on the station counter

Explanation

Used blades are contaminated sharps and belong in a rigid, puncture-resistant, closable container. Placing them in ordinary trash or loose containers risks injury to staff and waste handlers.

Question 45Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

Under OSHA's bloodborne pathogens standard, what must an employer offer to employees with occupational exposure risk?

  1. Hepatitis B vaccine at no cost Correct answer.
  2. A supply of sterile bandages for home use
  3. A yearly physical at the employee's own cost
  4. Unpaid leave after any needlestick injury

Explanation

The standard requires employers to offer the hepatitis B vaccination free of charge to employees with occupational exposure risk. An employee may decline, but the offer and any decision must be documented.

Question 46Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

A barber is stuck by a contaminated razor blade. What should the barber do first?

  1. Wait to see whether symptoms appear
  2. Wash the wound and report the exposure Correct answer.
  3. Clean the wound and return to work quietly
  4. Finish all appointments before telling anyone

Explanation

A percutaneous exposure such as a blade stick requires immediate washing of the wound followed by prompt reporting to the employer. Reporting triggers a confidential medical evaluation and any needed follow-up.

Question 47Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

How should soiled towels and capes be handled after use?

  1. Shake them out and reuse them
  2. Store them with clean towels overnight
  3. Launder in hot water with detergent Correct answer.
  4. Rinse them in cold water and hang them

Explanation

Soiled linens are laundered in hot water with detergent and kept separate from clean linens to prevent cross-contamination. Shaking them out disperses hair and microorganisms into the air.

Question 48Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

At midday, a jar of disinfectant looks cloudy and holds hair clippings. What should the barber do?

  1. Replace it with fresh solution Correct answer.
  2. Add more concentrate to the jar
  3. Skim the hair off and keep using it
  4. Top off the jar with fresh disinfectant

Explanation

Disinfectant solution is replaced when it becomes visibly soiled or cloudy, and at the interval stated on the label. Hair and debris shield microorganisms and consume the active ingredient.

Question 49Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

A walk-in client is found to have live head lice. What is the appropriate action?

  1. Cut the hair short and continue the service
  2. Apply a scalp treatment and proceed
  3. Politely decline the service and refer out Correct answer.
  4. Service the client quickly and disinfect afterward

Explanation

Barbers are not licensed to treat lice or other infestations, and servicing such a client can spread the infestation through tools, chair, and barber. The service is declined and the client referred for treatment.

Question 50Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety Practices

A clipper cord has exposed wire near the plug. What should be done with the clipper?

  1. Remove it from service and replace the cord Correct answer.
  2. Use it only when the client's hair is dry
  3. Plug it into a power strip or extension cord
  4. Wrap the cord with tape and keep using it

Explanation

Damaged cords are a shock and fire hazard, especially in a shop with sinks and wet hands. Equipment with exposed wiring is removed from service until the cord is replaced.