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Maintain health & safety in the salon

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AimFor you to understand :

Health & Safety at Work ActC.O.S.H.H regulationsElectricity at Work Act

ObjectiveYou will be able to produce a report covering

all aspects of health & safety in the work place.

Design a leaflet on Health & safetyAnswer knowledge questions accurately.

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Health & Safety at Work As a junior in the salon name 3 things that

you would do everyday.

CleaningWashing towels & gownsTidying up

Why do you think this is important & part of your job role?

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Methods of sterilisationMoist heat

Chemicals

Ultra violet rays

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By cleaning and tidying you help to prevent cross infection/infestation.

Impetigo is a highly contagious infection!

Ring worm is an extremely contagiousfungal infection!

Head lice re-noun for spreading quickly.These are known as an infestation!

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Magnified image of head lice on your scalp!

(Pediculosis capatis)

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Hazards & risksHazard This is something that could potentially

cause harm.

Risk This means how likely it will cause harm.

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C.O.S.H.H Control

OF

SUBSTANCES

HAZARDOUS TO

HEALTH

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What does it mean?How to store: In a cool dry place, upright &

not above head height

How to use: Follow manufacturer’s instructions

How to dispose of: Packaging in appropriate bins provided & left over product down the sink with plenty of cool water

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P.P.E(Personal protective equipment)

What is available for your client? Gown Towels Plastic cape Cotton wool Cutting gown/collar What is available for you? Gloves Apron

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Why?Client: To protect skin & clothing from

stains & splinters

You: To protect clothes from colour & splinters. Also, to avoid dermatitis

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Personal presentation & hygiene

What does this mean?

Why is it important?

How can you make sure yours is good?

How does it affect others?

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Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Lift safely to avoid injury!

Bend from the kneesAsk for help with heavy items

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The Electricity at Work Regulations

X Never put electrical equipment near water

X Never use electrical equipment that is faulty

Always dry hands before touching plugs & switches

Only use equipment that is new or been PAT tested

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RIDDOR Reporting

Of

Injuries

Diseases

Dangerous occurrences

Regulations

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Fire Precautions Act

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QUIZ1. What is the legislation called that gives

guidelines for the use of chemicals?2. What P.P.E is available for you & your client?3. What is the difference between a hazard & a

risk?4. What should you do if the fire alarm is

sounded?5. Which fire extinguisher is used on electrical

fires?