Form Cos013 - Cosmetology Mobile Salon License Application (Page 4 of 6) in pdf

PO Box 12157  Austin, Texas 78711-2157

(800) 803-9202  (512) 463-6599  FAX (512) 475-2871

 cs.cosmetologists@tdlr.texas.gov

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL SALONS

1. All floors in areas where services under the Act are performed, including restrooms and areas where

chemicals are mixed or where water may splash, must be of a material which is not porous or absorbent and

is easily washable, except that anti-slip applications or plastic floor coverings may be used for safety

reasons. Carpet is permitted in all other areas.

2. Sink with hot and cold running water

3. Every establishment shall provide at least one restroom located on or near the premises of the

establishment. For public safety, chemical supplies shall not be stored in the restroom.

4. Identifiable sign, with the salon’s name, must be displayed.

5. A suitable receptacle for used towels/linen.

6. One wet disinfectant soaking container.

7. A clean, dry, debris-free storage area.

8. A minimum of one covered trash container.

9. Licensed premises shall eliminate any strong odors through adequate ventilation, including but not

limited to, exhaust fans and air filtration to exhaust chemicals and fumes away from the public area and

to provide for the input of fresh air.

10. Licensed premises shall not be utilized for living or sleeping purposes, or any other purpose that would

tend to make the premises unsanitary, unsafe, or endanger the health and safety of the public. An

establishment that is attached to a residence must have an entrance that is separate and distinct from the

residential entrance, Any door between a residence and a licensed facility must be closed during business

hours.

11. If manicure or pedicure nail services are provided, the salon must have an autoclave, dry heat sterilizer, or

ultraviolet sanitizer.

12. Copy of current law and rule book.

NOTE: No establishment licensed only for cosmetology shall in any manner advertise or represent, or permit

advertisement or representation to be made on its behalf, that it is a barber shop, whether by use of a device

similar to a barber pole, or otherwise. It may, however, advertise or represent that services for males are availa-

ble.

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