Specific Barber Establishment Requirements

PURPOSE: This rule establishes specific barber establishment requirements. (1) Barber establishment facilities shall consist of the following: (A) Establishment Floors. All establishments shall be either tiled or covered with linoleum or comparable floor covering and shall be in good condition. Establishment reception area floors may consist of indooroutdoor type carpet providing a solid wall at least thirty-six inches (36") in height separates the reception area from the working area, or a distance of at least sixty inches (60") from the base of the chair to the nearest joint of the carpeting and shall remain clean; (B) Pursuant to section 328.060.2, RSMo, sanitary rules shall be posted in a conspicuous place in every barber establishment and barber school; (C) Shampoo Bowls and Chairs. All establishments shall have at least one (1) shampoo bowl for every three (3) chairs. Chairs shall be placed at least five feet (5') apart; and (D) Dust tight cabinet or drawer for each chair. AUTHORITY: sections 328.115 and 329.025.1, RSMo Supp. 2007.* Original rule filed Aug. 10, 2007, effective Feb. 29, 2008. *Original authority: 328.115, RSMo 1981, amended 2005, 2006 and 329.025, RSMo 2005.