Mo. Code Regs. Ann. tit. 20, § 2085-12.020
Specific Requirements for Barber Schools
Effective Feb 28, 2014sections 328.020, 328.090, 328.120, and 329.025, RSMo Supp. 2013.* Original rule filed Aug. 10, 2007, effective Feb. 29, 2008. Amended: Filed Sept. 13, 2013, effective Feb. 28, 2014. *Original authority: 328.020, RSMo 1939, amended 2005; 328.090, RSMo 1939, amended 1947, 1949, 1951, 1981, 2005; and 329.025, RSMo 2005Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners
PURPOSE: This rule establishes requirements applicable specifically to barber schools.
(1) Instructors.
- (A) Every barber school shall employ, and have present during regular school hours, a minimum of one (1) Missouri licensed instructor for every fifteen (15) students in attendance for a given class period.
- (B) In addition to the requirements set forth in this rule, the school shall employ and have present during regular school hours a minimum of one (1) licensed instructor for every twenty (20) students in attendance for a given class period in a satellite classroom. If, at anytime, twenty-one (21) or more students are in attendance in the satellite classroom, at least two (2) licensed instructors must be present in the satellite classroom.
(2) Physical Facilities.
- (A) A school owner may change the school floor plan during the term of licensure, provided that, the physical facilities of the school shall at all times include all of the items/areas required in the floor plan for initial applicants for a barber school license under this rule and 20 CSR 2085-12.010(4). A copy of the revised floor plan shall be submitted to the board within fifteen (15) days after the revised changes are made.
- (B) The workroom floors of a barber school shall be either tiled or covered with linoleum or comparable floor covering and shall be clean and in good condition.
(C) A barber school shall have the following minimum equipment and supplies:
- 1. Instructional fixtures for instructor(s) and students, such
as a chalkboard, anatomic chart, desks or tables, and chairs;
- 2. A reference library for students containing at least a
dictionary, current textbook, current Missouri law and rules governing barbering;
- 3. A work station for each student scheduled for practical
instruction;
- 4. A metal fire-resistant and locking filing cabinet for
school and student records;
- 5. First aid dispensary;
- 6. Sanitary drinking facilities;
- 7. Chairs in reception area to accommodate patrons;
- 8. At least three (3) mannequins;
- 9. One (1) large closeable sanitary cabinet or container for
clean towels;
- 10. One (1) large covered receptacle for soiled towels;
- 11. One (1) large covered receptacle for debris and hair;
- 12. Restroom facilities shall have hot and cold running
water, soap (liquid or powder), and paper towels;
- 13. Each work station shall have at least one (1) liquid
sanitizer;
- 14. A sufficient supply of tonics, lotions, shampoos, and
chemical preparations used in processing hair and hair waving;
- 15. Ample supply of disposable gloves;
- 16. Ample supply of clean towels; and
- 17. At least one (1) electric latherizer for every ten (10)
students.
(3) Training Kits. A barber school shall provide each student with a non-returnable training kit which shall include at least the following:
- (A) Textbook approved by the board;
- (B) Four (4) combs and three (3) brushes;
- (C) One (1) hair dryer;
- (D) One (1) straight razor with interchangeable blades;
- (E) One (1) pair of haircutting shears;
- (F) One (1) pair of thinning shears;
- (G) One (1) clipper with interchangeable blades sizes 1 and .000 or an adjustable clipper;
- (H) Two (2) washable smocks;
- (I) One (1) dozen wave rods;
- (J) One (1) hair pick; and
- (K) One (1) wig brush.
- (4) Record Retention. A barber school shall use a time clock to maintain an actual record of the exact number of hours worked each day by each student. A school shall maintain current transcripts and records of each student enrolled, including the hours and dates of attendance and grades of all examinations.
- (5) All barber schools shall be in compliance with 20 CSR 2085- 11.010 and shall post the sanitation rules in a conspicuous place within the school.
AUTHORITY: sections 328.020, 328.090, 328.120, and 329.025, RSMo Supp. 2013.* Original rule filed Aug. 10, 2007, effective Feb. 29, 2008. Amended: Filed Sept. 13, 2013, effective Feb. 28, 2014. *Original authority: 328.020, RSMo 1939, amended 2005; 328.090, RSMo 1939, amended 1947, 1949, 1951, 1981, 2005; and 329.025, RSMo 2005.