CONOCER Prestación de Servicios de Barbería (EC1136, Mexico)

During the EC1136 Element 1 electrical check, a barber inspects the power cords of the clipper, trimmer, and hand dryer. Which finding means the tool should not be used until it is properly repaired?

• AThe cord is coiled loosely on a hook beside the station mirror
• BThe plug is a two-prong type that fits the outlet firmly
• CA section of the cord has been repaired with insulating tape
• DThe housing shows slight color fading from disinfectant spray

EC1136 lists three conditions the barber confirms on the station's electrical outlets before plugging in tools. Which set matches the standard?

• AThe plug connects without sparks, the outlet shows no melting, and it is fixed to the wall
• BThe outlet has a ground pin, a test button, and a built-in surge protector
• CThe outlet reads 127 volts, has its own breaker, and carries a clear circuit label at the…
• DThe outlet has a cover plate, child-safety shutters, and a pilot light

Which task does EC1136 describe as preventive maintenance of the electric clipper?

• ARinsing the blade under running water and letting it air-dry
• BBrushing residual hair off the blade with a dry soft brush and oiling it
• CSoaking the detached blade in quaternary ammonium solution overnight
• DWiping the blade with alcohol and leaving it dry so hair will not stick

Where on the cutting scissors does EC1136 direct the barber to apply lubricant during preventive maintenance?

• AAlong the outer bevel of each cutting edge
• BInside the finger and thumb rings
• COn the finger rest (tang) below the rings
• DAt the pivot, where the two blades are joined

What preventive maintenance does EC1136 require for the hand-held hair dryer?

• ASpraying disinfectant into the air intake while the dryer runs
• BOiling the motor through the side vents once a week
• CBrushing dust and hair off the air filter and refitting it firmly
• DWashing the filter in soapy water and refitting it while damp

In EC1136 Element 1, the barber first sanitizes (higieniza) and then disinfects the tools. Which sequence follows the standard?

• ASpray disinfectant, then scrub with soapy solution to remove it
• BBrush tools in soapy solution, rinse with clean water, then spray disinfectant
• CRinse tools in plain water only, then disinfect all of them together at the end of the day
• DSpray disinfectant, lubricate the tools, and only then wash them

Before disinfecting tools, EC1136 has the barber check two things on the disinfectant or germicide label. What are they?

• AThat it is at least 70% alcohol and still within its printed expiry date
• BThat it contains sodium hypochlorite and states a 1:10 dilution with cold water
• CThat it is labeled hospital grade and is registered with the US EPA
• DThat it contains a quaternary ammonium compound and has a sanitary registration

How long does EC1136 say the disinfectant should be left to act on the tools after spraying?

• AFor the time stated in the manufacturer's instructions
• BAbout 30 seconds, then wipe the tools dry for the next client
• CExactly 10 minutes, whatever the product
• DUntil the surface looks dry, whatever the label says

Which group of items does EC1136 list for spraying with disinfectant?

• AOnly the razor blades, because the other tools touch only intact skin
• BOnly the tools that touched blood or broken skin during the previous service
• CScissors, combs, brushes, dryer handle, razor holder, clipper blades and guards
• DCapes, towels, and neck collars, just before they go into the laundry

When organizing the side table, what does EC1136 require the barber to verify about razor blades?

• AThat a blade was honed on a strop before the first client
• BThat new, disposable, single-use blades are available
• CThat used blades have been disinfected for reuse
• DThat the blade is changed once at the start of each workday

Which safety item does EC1136 require the barber to confirm is at the workstation before starting services?

• AA fire blanket mounted beside the mirror
• BA spare set of clipper guards in their box
• CA bottle of alcohol-based hand gel on the side table
• DA container for sharps (contenedor de punzocortantes)

What does EC1136 require of the waste bin at the workstation?

• AIt has a clean bag and a lid
• BIt has a foot pedal and a red biohazard bag
• CIt is left open so hair can be swept straight in
• DIt is lined with newspaper that is changed weekly

EC1136 lists the minimum contents of the station's first-aid kit. Which item is on that list?

• AA styptic pencil
• BAn elastic tourniquet
• CParacetamol
• DAntihistamine cream

The Element 1 product in EC1136 is a prepared side table. Which group contains only items the standard lists for that table?

• AHot-lather machine, leather strop, alum block, shaving brush, and hand mirror
• BSpray bottle of clean water, straight and texturizing scissors, bledo, hand mirror
• CCurling iron, round brush, blow-dryer diffuser, hair net, and hand mirror
• DThinning razor, styptic pencil, neck-strip dispenser, cologne spray, and wall mirror

EC1136 includes a bledo, a soft, long-bristled brush for removing loose hair from the neck, nape, and face. How does the standard have the barber clean it?

• ABy rubbing it with the hands inside the soapy solution, then rinsing
• BBy discarding it after each client, because brushes cannot be cleaned
• CBy wiping the bristles with a dry towel between clients
• DBy spraying it with alcohol only, since water damages bristles

While organizing the side table, which defect means a brush or comb should be set aside rather than used?

• AIt is a different color from the rest of the set
• BIt is made of plastic rather than bone or horn
• CIt was already disinfected earlier that morning
• DIt has bent or burnt bristles, or missing teeth

How does EC1136 have the barber clean the cutting chair of hair and product residue?

• ABlow the hair off with the hand dryer and leave any product residue
• BCover the seat with a fresh cape instead of cleaning it
• CUse a clean cloth and soapy solution
• DWipe it with alcohol only, without removing hair first

After washing and rinsing the tools, where does EC1136 have the barber place them?

• ABack in the drawer immediately, even if still wet
• BIn a clean container or on a clean cotton cloth
• CInside the soapy solution until the next client arrives
• DOn the seat of the cutting chair to air-dry

While the barber prepares the workstation, the evaluator watches for the attitude of "orden" (order). What does EC1136 mean by it?

• AArriving before opening time so the station is ready early
• BGreeting each client by name as soon as they sit down
• CKeeping hands, nails, and work clothing visibly clean all day
• DKeeping tools and materials at the station sorted by their use

Which task belongs to preparing the hair-washing station under EC1136?

• AConfirming the basin has water, then washing it with soapy solution and rinsing
• BTurning the water heater up to its maximum so the hot towels are ready
• CFilling the basin with disinfectant so combs can soak between clients
• DLeaving the used towels folded on the basin edge so they stay within easy reach

Why does EC1136 have the barber remove hair and product residue with soapy solution before applying the disinfectant?

• ABecause soap and disinfectant must be mixed to activate the disinfectant
• BBecause the disinfectant is only needed on tools that still look dirty
• CBecause residue left on a surface interferes with the disinfectant's action
• DBecause washing replaces the need to follow the label's contact time

Which process is defined as destroying all forms of microbial life, including bacterial spores?

• ACleaning (sanitizing) with soap and water
• BSterilization (esterilización)
• CDisinfection (desinfección)
• DAntisepsis of the skin

EC1136's first-aid kit includes alcohol. According to the CDC disinfection guideline, which concentration range of alcohol in water is optimal for killing bacteria?

• A95% to 100% (absolute alcohol)
• B30% to 50%
• C10% to 20%
• D60% to 90%

What is the main reason for oiling the clipper blade as part of daily preventive maintenance?

• ATo reduce friction and heat so the blades cut smoothly and last longer
• BTo disinfect the blade surfaces between one client and the next
• CTo stop freshly cut hair from sticking to the plastic guide combs and blade
• DTo lower the clipper's electricity use during a long working day

After cleaning, a barber refits an adjustable clipper blade. How should the moving (cutting) blade sit relative to the stationary blade?

• AWith its teeth slightly past the stationary blade's teeth for a closer cut
• BAngled so one corner cuts deeper for outlining
• CParallel to it, with its teeth set slightly back from the stationary teeth
• DFlush on one side and set back on the other side

A comb falls on the floor in the middle of a haircut. What should the barber do?

• ARinse it under the tap for a few seconds and keep cutting
• BSet it aside to be cleaned and disinfected, and use a clean comb
• CWipe it on the client's cape to remove any dust and keep cutting
• DSpray it with water from the spray bottle and keep cutting

A barbershop uses a concentrated quaternary ammonium disinfectant that is diluted on site. Under Mexico's NOM-018-STPS-2015, what must the workplace have for this hazardous chemical?

• AA certificate from the manufacturer stating that the product is non-toxic
• BA written log of every client served with the diluted solution
• CA copy of the product's patent registration and its sales invoice
• DIts safety data sheet (HDS), kept in Spanish and available to workers

A barber needs half of a double-edge blade for an interchangeable-blade razor (shavette). What is the safer way to split it?

• ASnap it lengthwise while it is still inside its paper wrapper
• BCut it in half with the haircutting scissors
• CBend the bare blade between the fingertips until it breaks
• DScore it with the clipper blade, then snap it on the side table

Before loading a new blade into an interchangeable-blade razor, what should the barber check on the razor holder?

• AThat the handle has been oiled so it slides easily in the hand
• BThat the blade will stick out at least 3 mm for a closer shave
• CThat the clamp or slider holds the blade firmly without play
• DThat the holder was warmed so the blade seats more easily

EC1136 includes the attitude "limpieza" (cleanliness) in Element 1. How does the standard describe it?

• APersonal presentation is neat, with clean clothes, hands, and nails
• BThe shop floor is mopped every hour during opening times
• CThe barber puts a new cape on every client before cutting
• DThe barber changes gloves every time they pick up a different tool or product

Where should clean, laundered towels be stored until they are used on a client?

• AStacked on the edge of the shampoo basin
• BHanging on a hook above the waste bin
• CIn a closed, clean cabinet or container
• DOn the waiting-area chairs

When organizing the side table, what does EC1136 have the barber check on the capes, cover-ups, and cutting collars?

• AThat they match the shop's colors
• BThat they are clean and free of residual hair
• CThat they are made of a waterproof material
• DThat there is one per chair, ready for the day

EC1136 Element 1 has one product (producto) that the evaluator inspects. What is it?

• AA written log of the day's equipment maintenance
• BA photo of the disinfectant label
• CA completed client record card
• DThe prepared side table (mesa auxiliar)

At the end of the day, how should haircutting scissors be stored to protect their edges?

• AOpen on the countertop next to the washing basin
• BCleaned, dried, oiled at the pivot, closed, and kept in a case
• CLeft submerged in a jar of disinfectant until the next morning's first client
• DTied closed with a rubber band around the tips

At the start of activities, what does EC1136 have the barber verify about the containers used to sanitize tools?

• AThat they are clean and free of dirt or dust residue
• BThat they still hold yesterday's solution, to save product
• CThat they are made of glass rather than plastic
• DThat they are large enough to soak the clipper motor

Why should clipper and dryer cords not be left stretched across the walkway around the chair?

• ABecause a stretched cord lowers the clipper's cutting speed
• BBecause it can reverse the outlet's polarity
• CBecause people can trip on it, and the pulling strains the cord and plug
• DBecause the cord's magnetic field can affect the dryer's heating element

Under EC1136 Element 2, which set of actions makes up receiving the client?

• AGreeting, offering a seat, introducing yourself, and asking their name and the service wa…
• BAsking for payment up front, taking a phone number, and showing the price list
• CDraping the client, dampening the hair, and starting straight away at the nape with the c…
• DOffering a drink, putting on music, and recommending retail products to buy

Before diagnosing the client's hair and scalp, what does EC1136 have the barber do?

• AApply alcohol hand gel, then put on gloves before touching the client's scalp or hair
• BWash hands to the elbows with soap and water, then put a clean towel around the neck
• CWet the hair fully at the basin so the scalp can be seen more clearly
• DFasten the cutting cape tightly and add a paper collar before looking

During the EC1136 diagnosis, which characteristics does the barber determine by sight and touch?

• ANatural color level, percentage of gray, undertone, and any previous dye
• BScalp pH, sebum level measured with a meter, and hair diameter in microns at the crown
• CScalp type; hair length, texture, density, porosity, elasticity, wave pattern
• DFace shape, neck length, shoulder width, and the position of the ears

Which hair characteristic describes the thickness (diameter) of an individual strand, usually classed as fine, medium, or coarse?

• ADensity
• BPorosity
• CElasticity
• DTexture

A client has many hairs growing close together, so the scalp is hard to see even when the hair is parted. Which characteristic is the barber assessing?

• AHigh density
• BCoarse texture
• CHigh porosity
• DLow elasticity

What does a hair's porosity describe?

• AHow far the strand stretches before it breaks
• BHow readily the hair absorbs and holds water or products
• CHow many hairs grow in a given area of scalp
• DThe direction in which the hair grows from the scalp

During the diagnosis, a barber finds loose white flakes that brush off easily, with no redness, sores, or hair loss. What is the appropriate response?

• ADecline the service and refer the client to a physician right away
• BShave the flaky area close to the skin before starting the cut
• CProceed with the service, and consider recommending a suitable shampoo
• DSpray the tool disinfectant onto the flaky scalp before starting the cut

During the diagnosis, a barber sees scaly patches with hair loss and small black dots where hairs have broken off at the scalp. What should the barber suspect, and what should they do?

• AOrdinary dandruff; cut as normal and suggest an anti-dandruff shampoo
• BMale pattern hair loss; recommend a very short fade to disguise it
• CSeborrheic dermatitis; exfoliate the patches with the brush before cutting
• DTinea capitis (scalp ringworm); decline the service and suggest a physician

How can a barber tell head-lice eggs (nits) from dandruff during the diagnosis?

• ANits are glued to the hair shaft near the scalp and do not flick off; dandruff does
• BNits are found only at the tips of long hair, while dandruff stays down on the scalp
• CNits are always bright white, while dandruff flakes are always yellowish
• DNits crawl across the scalp when disturbed, while dandruff stays still

A client asks for a beard trim. The beard area has red, lumpy, pustular patches with crusting, and hairs there pull out easily. What is the appropriate response?

• ATrim the beard short so the skin can breathe, then apply an alcohol aftershave
• BDecline the beard service and suggest a physician; it may be a fungal infection
• CShave the area closely against the grain to remove the infected hairs
• DApply a hot towel for longer than usual to help draw out the pus

During the diagnosis, a client shows small inflamed bumps on the neck where they shave closely, a condition known as pseudofolliculitis barbae. What causes it?

• AA bacterial infection spread between clients by shared towels
• BAn allergic reaction to the fragrance in the shaving cream
• CCurly hairs cut sharp by close shaving that grow back into the skin
• DA fungal infection usually picked up from contact with farm animals

A client with mild razor bumps (pseudofolliculitis barbae) wants the beard lined up. Which approach lowers the risk of new ingrown hairs?

• ATwo passes against the grain with the skin pulled tight for a very close finish
• BA dry shave without lather so that the blade does not slip on the skin
• CA slightly dull blade so that it cannot cut below the skin surface
• DShaving with the grain, without stretching the skin, and not repeating passes