Comply with federal, state, and local regulations regarding chemical supplies.

Compliance should include

• determining whether a product can be used in the state
• following all federal, state, and local regulations by keeping abreast of current laws.

Reference Virginia Administrative Code 18VAC41-20-270 Sanitation and Safety Standards for Shops, Salons, and Schools. 

Process/Skill Questions:

• What penalties can a salon face if it does not comply with state regulations regarding chemical supplies?
• What are the benefits of having laws governing the use and disposal of chemical supplies?