What a Florida Inspector Checks
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) can show up without warning. Inspectors mainly focus on four areas: (1) tool disinfection between each client, (2) correct storage of clean vs. used tools, (3) presence of visible and accessible EPA-approved disinfection products at the station, and (4) an updated cleaning log available for review.
First violation: written warning. Second: $250 to $500 fine. Third: up to $1,000 and possible license suspension. It's not worth the risk.
Protocol Between Each Client (5 Steps)
- Remove hair from all tools with a dry brush before applying any disinfectant. Disinfectant does not penetrate hair.
- Clean with 70% isopropyl alcohol or approved disinfectant spray (Barbicide, H-42, or equivalent) on clippers, trimmers, and shavers.
- Submerge reusable combs and brushes in Barbicide solution for a minimum of 10 minutes.
- Use disposable blades for each client and dispose of them in a sharps container — never in an open trash can.
- Wash hands with soap before touching the next client.
Daily Closing Protocol
- Disinfect all work surfaces with an approved product
- Empty and clean the Barbicide container — prepare fresh solution for the next day
- Clean and oil all clippers and trimmers with Andis CoolCare Plus
- Check stock of disinfection products for the next day
- Record date and time of cleaning in the visible log
Florida Approved Products
The DBPR accepts EPA-registered products that have bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal action. The most common in Florida barber shops:
- Barbicide — the industry standard, 1:32 dilution with water
- H-42 — direct spray, no dilution required
- Andis CoolCare Plus — for clippers specifically, combines disinfection and lubrication
- 70%+ Isopropyl alcohol — for surfaces, not for tool immersion
Common Mistakes That Cause Violations
- Storing clean and dirty tools in the same drawer or bag
- Not having the cleaning log visible and up to date
- Using household disinfectants without EPA registration
- Barbicide solution prepared more than 24 hours ago
- Disposable blades in an open trash can instead of a sharps container
Printable Checklist — FL Sanitary Inspection
Print this list and hang it at your station:
- [ ] EPA-approved disinfectant visible and accessible
- [ ] Clean and dirty tools stored separately
- [ ] Cleaning log up to date and visible
- [ ] Fresh Barbicide solution (from the same day)
- [ ] Sharps container for used blades
- [ ] Minimum 2-day stock of disinfection products
At Barber Supplies Shop we have all the disinfection products you need, with fast shipping from Orlando.