Unit 04Unit 04Following Health and Following Health and

Safety PracticeSafety PracticeAssignmentAssignmentChloe Bell.Chloe Bell.

Contents :Contents :

Research Task 1Personal Hygiene:

Research Task 2Salon Conduct:

Research Task 3Salon Evacuation:

Research Task 4Safe use of products,

materials & equipment: Research Task 4 Continued Research Task 5

Serialisation: Research Task 6

Hazards In The Salon: Research Task 6 Continued Research Task 7

First Aid In The Salon:

Research Task 8 Infections:

Research Task: 9Legislations which affect salons:

Research Task 9 Continued: Research Task 9 Continued: Research Task 9 Continued: Research Task 10

Fire Extinguishers: Research Task 10 Continued: Research Task 11

Emergency Services: Floor Plan Bibliography

Research Task 1Research Task 1Personal Hygiene:Personal Hygiene:

Teeth should be regularly cleaned and checked by a dentist. A daily bath or

shower is important. Always wear well polished shoes. Keep fingernails short

and well manicured. Hair should always be well styled. Make-up should always

be worn in the salon. Do not wear hanging chains or large rings.

Deodorant should be used every day. Salon wear should be well pressed and clean. Shoes should be fitting. Male’s staff should be shaved or their facial

hair regularly trimmed. Feet need regular attention.

Research Task 2Research Task 2Salon Conduct:Salon Conduct:

Personal Hygiene:ShowerWear DeodorantsHave Clean FingersBehaviour:Be PoliteBe niceBe SensiblePosture:Confident-straight backKnees softShoulders

Personal Appearance:RespectableAlways Be CleanKeep Yourself Tidy

If staff didn’t follow these rules then the customer wouldn’t

feel safe and confident. There would be lots of

accidents, and not many people would like to come to the

salon anymore.

Research Task 3Research Task 3Salon Evacuation:Salon Evacuation:

When the fire alarm is sounded you should leave the salon immediately. You must leave the salon in a quiet manner. Never return to the building before the all clear has been given. You must meet at the assembly point by the field after

you have left the building. Never stop to collect your bags or coats when the

alarm has been sounded. Clients should be helped from the salon when the

alarm has been sounded.

Research Task 4Research Task 4Safe use of products, materials & Safe use of products, materials &

equipment:equipment:Products:Coloured Mousse -Always wear gloves, don’t over loads the

hair, always read the instructions.Perm lotions –Always wear gloves and an apron, the

client must be well protected, read instructions, put cotton wool round hair line, don’t overloads the hair.

Aerosol; Hairsprays –Cover the eyes of the client don’t spray

next to naked flames and don’t spray to close to the head.

Styling Aids e.g. Gels, Waxes, Serums-Don’t over loads the head.

Equipment:Brushes and Combs –Clean and sterilize, use the right

comb/brush for what you are doing.

Hairdryers – Check heat, plug in and test, don’t

hold to close to the head, check with client if its alright.

Rollers and Pins – Don’t Pierce the scalp, make sure the

tension isn't to tight.Straighteners –Check before use, put on the correct

setting, keep away from the ears and the scalp to avoid burning.

Materials:Rubber gloves -Make sure they fit correctly and there are

no holes in them, also that they are clean.

Aprons – Fasten then properly, make sure there are

no holes in them and they also need to be clean.

Gowns –They need to be clean, dry and well

maintained.

Shoulder capes –They need to be dry, clean and fastened

correctly.

Research Task 5Research Task 5 Serialisation: Serialisation:

UV Cabinet – This Sterilises the tools and equipment using

ultraviolet rays.Autoclave – For this you put your tools and equipment in

it and the steam it produces sterilises it.Barbicide – This is a disinfectant solution.Boiling – You put gowns and towels in this.Sterilising Wipes and Sprays – With these you would clean clippers.

Research Task 6Research Task 6Hazards In The Salon:Hazards In The Salon:

In the reception area-If a trolley is in the way you should move it because someone could

trip over it. If you notice a wet patch on the floor you should stop what you are doing immediately and mop it up, it could be very dangerous if someone slipped on it. If the reception desk is cluttered you must tidy it up, it looks unprofessional for clients coming in. you could also loose important appointments as well. Wires across the floor are a hazard because people can trip over it.

Salon-Appliances left on the floor can be dangerous for people that don’t

see them as they could trip and hurt there selves, you should move it. Be sensible, don’t run, shout or swear. If there is water or hair cuttings on the floor dry and sweep it up. You should smell nice in the salon, always wear deodorant.

Dispensary-For fires make sure there is a fire extinguisher. For spills wipe them

up immediately. If there is a leak call a plumber to get it fixed as soon as possible and warn other staff that there is a leak. If there is a chemical spilt it should be cleaned up as soon as possible.

Kitchen-No smoking. Make sure the kettle is pushed to the back of the

bench. Make sure that the cutlery is put away. If there is a water

Research Task 6 ContinueResearch Task 6 ContinueHazards In The Salon:Hazards In The Salon:

Spillages:Before you clean it put an apron and gloves on, dry the area, put

up a slippery floor sign, PEE – personal protect equipment.

Slippery Surfaces:PEE, put up a slippery floor sign after you have dried the area,

also wear gloves and an apron.

Obstruction of access or egress:You should move it as soon as possible, but if it is heavy and

you are unable to move it you should ask for help.

If I had any concerns about health and safety n the salon I would ask either my college tutor or the salon manager.

Research Task 7Research Task 7First Aid In The Salon:First Aid In The Salon:

If a client or stylist cut themselves during treatment you should apply pressure on the wound, or let the client if they can. Then ring the first aid rep

straight away.If a client or stylist suffers an electric shock you must not touch them, immediately switch of the electricity supply, and contact the first aid rep.

Research Task 8Research Task 8Infections:Infections:

Sometimes clients develop conditions, which may be infectious. Some clients may suffer from disorders, which

are not infectious, some of these are:Infectious Condition:

ImpetigoRingwormHead LiceCold Sore

Non Infectious Condition:Split Ends

Greasy HairDandruff

White HairPsoriasis

Research Task: 9Research Task: 9Legislations which affect Legislations which affect

salons:salons:The workplace (health, safety and welfare)

regulations 1992.

Has taken the place of older laws. All at work must keep a safe and healthy workplace. You must work

in a safe responsible manner, insuring you keep yourself and others safe in the salon.

The personal protective equipment at work regulations 1992.

Employers must provide suitable and enough protective clothing and equipment, they must

provide it free of charge and they must provide training in its use.

Research Task: 9 (continued)Research Task: 9 (continued)Legislations which affect Legislations which affect

salons:salons:The provision and use of work equipment

regulations 1992.Employers must select equipment that is properly

made, suitable for the purpose and kept in good repair.

The control of substances hazardous to health regulations 1992 (COSHH)

This concerns the safe use, storage and disposal of all chemicals used in the hairdressing salon.

The electricity at work regulations 1989.Under this law the employer must supply and ensure

all electrical equipment used in the salon is kept in a safe condition. It is the employees responsibility

to report any problems or defects.

Research Task: 9 (continued)Research Task: 9 (continued)Legislations which affect Legislations which affect

salons:salons:

Reporting of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations 1989 (RIDDOR).Under this law your salon must report any

accidents, diseases and dangerous occurrences that may happen at work in the salon.

The manual handling operations regulations 1992.

All at work must prevent the risks from lifting and handling objects.

Research Task: 9 ContinuedResearch Task: 9 ContinuedHealth and Safety Health and Safety

Legislations:Legislations:My responsibilities under the health and

safety at work act are:To keep myself and anyone I come into contact with

safe.The two pieces of information which a salon

employer should provide you with are:The salons health and safety policy (verbal or

written) and a job description.The following need to be included in the

salons health and safety policy:The person responsible if an accident occurs. The

person responsible in the event of a fire.

Research Task: 10Research Task: 10Fire Extinguishers:Fire Extinguishers:

Water fire extinguishers are used on ordinary combustible, type A fires. Fires in paper, cloth, wood, rubber, and many

plastics require a water type extinguisher labelled A. Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers are used on flammable liquid

type B fires. Fires in oils, gasoline, some paints, lacquers, grease, solvents, and other flammable liquids require an

extinguisher labelled B.Foam fire extinguishers are used on electrical equipment type

C fires. Fires in wiring, fuse boxes, energized electrical equipment, computers, and other electrical sources require

an extinguisher labelled C.Powder fire extinguishers are used on ordinary combustibles,

flammable liquids, or electrical equipment, type A, B and C. Multi-purpose dry chemical is suitable for use on class A, B,

and C.

Research Task: 10 (Continued)Research Task: 10 (Continued)Lifting and Handling:Lifting and Handling:

If you see an object on the floor you would:If you see an object on the floor you would:• Find out what's in it & if its heavy.

• Tell someone.• If its not to heavy pick it up and move it.

• If it is to heavy ask someone else to move it.• Check what's in it before you move it.

• Don’t just ignore it.• Don’t bend your back.

• Don’t stretch.• Bend your knees.

• Take some of its contents out if its to heavy.• Don’t run with it.

Research Task 11:Research Task 11:Emergency Emergency

ServicesServicesThe emergency services include:The emergency services include:

Police,Fire People,Ambulance.

When calling emergency services the rules to follow When calling emergency services the rules to follow are:are:

1. Tell the client what they need to do.2. Ask for help if its needed from someone in the salon.

3. Keep the client calm.4. Speak clearly and calmly on the phone.

5. Don’t run round.6. Follow correct instructions.

7. Ask for service.8. Give your name and address.

9. Make others aware of the situation.10. Report it in the accident book.

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Bibliography:Bibliography:

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