How to keep quality control logs of PSO and concentrations of working solutions according to SanPiN

In any professional setting, but especially in the beauty industry, keeping accurate records is crucial. Maintaining quality control logs of personal service operations (PSO) and tracking working solution concentrations is not only recommended, but also mandated by SanPiN regulations for manicure and pedicure services.

By ensuring that the goods and equipment used during procedures adhere to safety regulations, these logs safeguard both the client and the technician. Maintaining a high standard of service and preventing health risks can be achieved by meticulously recording and verifying these details.

This article will walk you through the fundamentals of creating and keeping these crucial logs, which will make it easier to comply with regulations and maintain the smooth operation of your company.

PSO quality control log

One unique aspect of maintaining this journal is that no data, test strips, or samples need to be pasted in. However, in the event of an inspection, they have to be on hand at the salon or office.

The journal includes details on quality checks of the pre-sterilization treatment, i.e., how thoroughly and well the manicure tool was cleaned and processed at this point in the sterilization process. For this, the following are employed:

• Azopyram test;
• Amidopyrine test.

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Nothing has to be pasted into the journal; the PSO and disinfection coordinator fills in the information. This is carried out during pre-sterilization treatment at least once a week, as required. A full working set of the master or at least three to five instrument units are checked all at once.

The following columns are present in the control log:

• Date;
• Processing method (manual or mechanized, ultrasonic cleaning);
• Applied product (solution used);
• Chemical control result:
• Product name (we enter the names of manicure instruments);
• Quantity. If there are several instruments, we simply indicate the quantity for one type, for example, 3 pushers;
• And at the end, we indicate the total number of processed instruments;
• The number of them contaminated with blood/detergents. If the instrument was contaminated with blood, it is necessary to indicate the number of such instruments separately;
• Signature, surname of the person who performed the control.

Azopyram test

Used to regulate the amount of protein compound residues on dental or manicure tools. In other words, for the existence of blood and skin residues following PSO. It is a collection of preparations that need to be combined in order to create a solution that is used to conduct the test. The kit costs between 170 and 300 rubles. 200 milliliters of the working reagent can be made with the following kit:

• 100 ml of amidopyrine;
• 10 ​​ml of aniline hydrochloride.

Isopropyl alcohol is combined with both ingredients. For the kit, additional 3% hydrogen peroxide needs to be purchased.

The instrument needs to dry after pre-sterilization cleaning and disinfection. An azopyram test is then performed to determine whether any blood residues were left on the instrument. Manicure tools can be sanitized if the results are negative. If the result is positive, you will need to repeat the PSO cycle in its entirety and the test once more in order to obtain the intended outcome.

The following algorithm is used to carry it out:

• Mix the components of the Azopyram kit according to the instructions;
• Put the mixing date on them, since the finished solution can be stored for no more than 2 months in a darkened bottle;
• Mix the solution one to one with three percent hydrogen peroxide, get a working solution. It can be used for two hours after preparation, after which the properties are lost.

How a test should be run:

You’ll need a fresh white napkin for this. After disinfection and PSO, dried instruments are placed on it, and then all cutting edges, locks, and handles are directly dripped or poured with a working solution containing peroxide. After that, the response is watched for the first minute. Poor instrument processing results in a raspberry-violet tint in the solution. In this instance, we can discuss a positive test and go through the PSO and disinfection phases once more. The PSO Quality Record Log is where we record the data.

Amidopyrine test

The purpose of this is to detect blood stains on manicures and medical equipment. consists of components that, in order to create a reagent solution, must be combined. It has a one-month shelf life. The ensuing elements are necessary for getting ready:

• 3% acetic acid solution;
• Amidopyrine in 5% alcohol solution;
• Hydrogen peroxide 3%.

How do I set up a test and prepare a workable solution?

The reagents are combined in exactly the same amounts. Pipettes should be used to gather them; one for each. We are left with a clear liquid. Using a fresh pipette, the completed working solution is dripped onto all surfaces and joints of dried instruments following PSO and disinfection. Initially, they need to be arranged on a clean, white napkin.

The test is unsuccessful if the solution does not change color. A positive reaction is seen if, within a minute of using the instruments, there is a change in the reagent’s shade. It should turn purple or blue-green in color. The reaction is not counted after one minute.

The log contains the acquired data. As an alternative to azopyram, the test is performed once a week or more in manicure rooms and salons to ensure the PSO quality control log is kept up to date.

Journal of control of concentrations of working solutions for disinfection and sterilization

It is required for solution concentration measurements to be registered and reported. Test strips are purchased with the solution and are used for these procedures. Different test strips for different brands. The measurement time can be lowered to three minutes with the use of express strips.

Tests enable the determination of whether a solution of the intended concentration was prepared correctly or incorrectly, and whether it has lost its properties when stored for an extended period of time or used again. Tests also help you identify authentic products so you don’t use knockoffs. The test strips have a sticky layer on the back that makes it possible to adhere them to reporting documentation following measurements.

Which columns in the log of working solution concentration monitoring for sterilization and disinfection should be filled in, and how? Merely eight of them exist.

Think about each column:

• Date of measurement;
• Where the solution is used and its purpose. Indicate the manicure or pedicure cabinet, salon. In the paragraph “purpose” we indicate why it was prepared – disinfection, disinfection, combined with PSO, sterilization;
• The name of the disinfectant drug (alaminol, multiduez, and t.D.);
• The date when the solution was prepared, as well as the resulting volume;
• The required concentration on the regime. We look at it in the table in the instructions for the drug;
• Concentration obtained by the results of the analysis;
• We denote the analysis method. It can be carried out by express strips, a device for measurements or a titrimetric method. For a manicure cabinet or salon, the option with test strips is the most convenient, simple and economical;
• Surname and signature of the analysis.

Three testing sessions are conducted, and the outcomes are compared in daylight using a color scale. The two options that are received need to match.

How frequently ought measurements to be made? Every time the solution is prepared in a larger volume than needed for daily use, or if it is used for a few days or weeks, test strips are used to ensure it is safe for use. Well-known express strip brands include Vinar and Dezikont.

Maintaining PSO (Pre-sterilization cleaning) quality control logs and working solution concentrations in accordance with SanPiN guidelines is crucial to guaranteeing the highest levels of safety and hygiene in manicure and pedicure services. The preparation, use, and concentration levels of cleaning and disinfection solutions are routinely recorded in this process to make sure they adhere to legal requirements. Salon workers can prevent infections and give their clients a safe environment by keeping accurate and current logs.

Log of control of the operation of sterilizers

It is capable of recording information on an autoclave and a dry-heat oven.

Test strips are used for control, and they are inserted into the internal chamber of the sterilizing device five times before sterilization. Let’s use a dry-heat oven as an example.

Five class 4 indicators are required. They are fastened to kraft bags, which are positioned at five different points around the perimeter, or to the inside surfaces of the autoclave or cabinet. The adhesive portion on the reverse side is used to adhere them. There are two sticky areas: one for attaching to a dry cabinet and the other for gluing inside a magazine. Inside the craft bags are Class 5 indicators.

When should measurements be taken? For self-monitoring: after every sterilization cycle, particularly if open instruments are being sterilized without craft bags.

The log has the following columns that you can fill out:

• Date of the control;
• Brand and number of the sterilizer, dry-heat oven or autoclave;
• Name of the sterilized instruments;
• Their quantity;
• Type of packaging during sterilization;
• Time;
• The mode used;
• Test control;
• Signature of the person who carried out the control.

The test strips undergo color change after sterilization; therefore, in order to assess the outcome, they must be compared to the reference sample. The log is filled with test strips.

You can manage the three stages of sterilizing manicure tools—disinfection, pre-sterilization cleaning, and steam or air sterilization—by keeping these three logs. Additionally, they must be reported on in order for Rospotrebnadzor to conduct inspections. Regulatory agencies most frequently inquire about the third journal, which is sterilizer operation control.

If you have any questions about keeping up with these three journals, please leave a comment.

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3 comments on “How to keep logs of quality control of PSO and concentrations of working solutions according to SanPiN”

Polina

Could you please tell me if printing a sterilization control log on your own (using the standard form, of course) is possible or if purchasing one is required?

Editorial staff

Hi, Polina All logs may be printed and kept, provided that they are correctly completed and stitched.

Natalia

Aspect	Description
Log Type	Keep separate logs for PSO and working solution concentrations
Frequency of Recording	Record data daily, during each shift, or as required by regulations
Parameters to Monitor	Document concentrations, pH levels, and any deviations from standards
Responsible Personnel	Assign specific staff members for log entries and checks
Corrective Actions	Note actions taken if measurements are outside acceptable ranges
Review Process	Regularly review logs to ensure compliance with SanPiN standards

A safe and healthy environment in a salon requires keeping PSO quality control logs and keeping an eye on the concentrations of working solutions, per SanPiN. These documents are useful for monitoring compliance as well as for spotting possible problems before they get out of hand.

You can protect clients and employees by making sure that all sanitation procedures adhere to the necessary standards by routinely updating and reviewing these logs. Any salon’s reputation depends on its ability to keep a tidy and professional environment, which is maintained through regular monitoring.

In the end, following these rules is about more than just doing what is required of you; it’s about building a reliable environment where patients feel secure in the care they receive. Achieving this goal requires careful attention to detail and proper documentation.

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