June 2010
Ohio State Board of Cosmetology
1929 Gateway Circle •
Grove City, Ohio 43123
Local: (614) 466-3834 •
Statewide: 1-866-642-6723
http://cos.ohio.gov
It will be here before you know it. The Board will begin an aggressive effort to remind all licensees that old style U.S Post Office paper renewal will no longer be utilized. All renewals will be done on-line using the internet (unless, you wish to come to the Board office in person when renewals begin). If you have an e-mail address and would like us to add that to your credential so you can receive a reminder, send us an e-mail at: phyllis.jones@cos.state.oh.us.
You will need to have a MasterCard, Visa or Discover credit or debit card to complete the transaction. If you do not have a credit or debit card, we suggest purchasing a pre-paid one at a local grocery store or bank. You can then place only the amount you like to be spent on the card.
If you don’t have Internet access, go to the nearest library and click on the link we will provide on our website (beginning in September), that will enter you into the State Licensing Database. You will then need your personal user ID and password to log in to complete your transaction. For more information visit http://cos.ohio.gov.
Inspectors are out to protect the public and ensure that salons and licensees are following the laws and rules established for the Ohio Cosmetology industry. But just as important, they are there to be ambassadors to assist you in any way possible for you or your business to be successful. Many times it is a routine inspection, but if they are responding to a complaint, the inspector will let you know.
• Licensing: The inspector will check the business and personal licenses first to see if they are valid and current. A common violation is many licensees forget to update their photos every five years. Check your photo; if it has been more than five years since the date on the photo, it’s time to send an updated photo with your address on the back with a self addressed stamped envelope.
• Keep lids on containers: Many times Inspectors find trash cans or containers with clean linens without the lids on them. Be sure to keep them on so they do not contaminate other items in your area.
• Dirty combs and brushes: This is probably the biggest violation. It can be hectic when a shop is busy to throw combs and brushes back into a tray, but think about what could occur if that previous client had lice? Remind yourself to keep those clean and disinfect after each use.
• Ask Questions: Many times the licensee receives a violation or warning based on bad information from another co-worker. If you’re not sure about what to use for clean-up, or whether you need a certain license, ask the inspector. They are there to help. Refer to the brochure the inspector gives to you and your customers that give a basic understanding of what they do and why it is important.
Looking for past Board News? Visit the archives page.
Ohio State Board of Cosmetology
1929 Gateway Circle
Grove City, Ohio 43123
Local: (614) 466-3834
Statewide: 1-866-642-6723
Fax: (614) 644-6880
E-mail: ohcosbd@cos.state.oh.us
http://cos.ohio.gov
Board Members:
Steve Thompson, Chairman, Independent Contractor
Daisy Rickman, Cosmetologist & Salon Owner
NeCole Cumberlander, School Owner
Kimberly Thomas, Salon Owner
Dr. Marilyn Huheey, Medical Doctor
Bernadine Neal, Cosmetology Instructor
Delores Gillis, Cosmetologist
Dr. Milroy Samuel, General Public
