Which action reflects the ARCB sanitation protocol between clients?

• A. Disinfect or clean equipment and surfaces between clients; wash hands and sanitize feet or use disposable barriers.
• B. Clean only once per day.
• C. No sanitation is required between clients.
• D. Rely on clients to bring their own equipment.

Answer: (A)

Maintaining sanitation between clients is about preventing cross-contamination through proper cleaning, disinfection, and barrier use. The best action is to disinfect or clean equipment and surfaces between clients, and to wash hands and use disposable barriers as needed. This combination directly stops pathogens or contaminants from moving from one client to the next, which is essential in reflexology practice. Using barriers on gear or using disposable covers adds an extra layer of protection, so surfaces and tools that came into contact with one client are not carried to the next.

Options that skip cleaning between clients, rely on cleaning only once per day, or expect clients to supply their own equipment don’t adequately reduce transmission risk. Keeping a clean, hygienic workflow between every client visit is the safest and most responsible approach.