Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 643 - Barbers and Barbering
📘 Overview: NAC Chapter 643 — Barbers and Barbering
NAC Chapter 643 governs barbers, barber apprentices, barber schools, instructors, and barbershops in Nevada. It sets rules for:
Licensing of barbers and apprentices.
Qualifications and examinations for licensing.
Sanitation and operational standards for barbershops and barber schools.
Disciplinary actions for violations.
Penalties and fines.
⚖️ Case & Regulatory Scenarios — Detailed Explanations
1. Disciplinary Action Against a Barber (Hypothetical: Byron v. State Board)
Scenario:
A barber operating two barber schools was accused of multiple violations, including improper record-keeping and unsafe practices.
Issues:
Did the Board have to perform an inspection before filing complaints?
Was the combination of disciplinary actions and student appeals valid?
Outcome:
The court held that inspections are not required before the Board initiates discipline.
Combining related matters in one action was allowed.
Lesson:
The Board can act based on complaints or evidence, not just inspections, and regulated parties must follow administrative appeal procedures to challenge actions.
2. Unlicensed Barber Practice
Scenario:
An individual cuts hair in a barbershop without a valid barber or apprentice license.
Regulatory Action:
Cease-and-desist order issued.
Administrative fines imposed (e.g., $500–$1,000 for first offense, higher for repeat violations).
If tied to a shop, the barbershop license may be suspended.
Lesson:
Operating without a valid license is a common violation, and strict penalties protect public health.
3. Sanitation Violations in a Barbershop
Scenario:
During inspection, an inspector finds:
Towels reused without laundering.
Scissors and razors not properly sterilized.
Enforcement:
Violation notice issued specifying each infraction.
Fines assessed and required corrective actions.
Repeat violations can lead to suspension or revocation of the shop license.
Lesson:
Sanitation enforcement is critical, and violations can escalate quickly if not corrected.
4. Barber School Violations
Scenario:
A barber school repeatedly fails to meet minimum curriculum standards and instructor requirements.
Regulatory Action:
First offense: fine up to $100.
Second offense: fine up to $250.
Third offense: fine up to $500.
Lesson:
Barber schools are held to strict standards, and each violation counts separately toward escalating penalties.
5. Foreign-Licensed Barber Seeking Nevada License
Scenario:
A barber licensed in another country wants to practice in Nevada.
Requirements:
Provide affidavits proving at least 5 years’ experience in the past 10 years.
Show current foreign license.
Complete a 250-hour refresher course in a Nevada-approved barber school.
Lesson:
Nevada allows reciprocity for foreign barbers but ensures they meet minimum competency standards.
6. Continuing Education for Instructors
Scenario:
A barber school instructor seeks license renewal.
Requirements:
Complete 16 hours of Board-approved continuing education annually.
Include at least 2 hours on teaching methodology.
Outcome:
Failure to complete these hours may result in license renewal denial or suspension.
Lesson:
Ongoing education ensures instructors maintain high professional standards.
🟡 Key Takeaways
NAC 643 governs licensing, sanitation, education, and disciplinary enforcement.
Inspections, complaints, and administrative actions are primary enforcement tools.
Violations can involve unlicensed practice, sanitation issues, school compliance, or continuing education failures.
Fines and license suspensions escalate with repeated offenses.
Reciprocity and foreign license provisions allow qualified international barbers to practice in Nevada while maintaining competency standards.
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