Health and Safety- Lesson 2

• Hairdressing
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)

Expectations- Classroom Rules

• No entering the classroom without a tutor 
• No food or drinks  when entering the classroom- Only water in a clear bottle
• Log onto a Chromebook
• Complete 'Do Now' task
•  Participate fully in your session
• No Hands up- Questions- No opt out 
• NO use of mobile phones- unless instructed to by tutor
• Learning Review booklets/ Knowledge organisers 
• Remember to put Chromebooks at the end of session and remember to log out and put back on charge. 

Health and Safety- Lesson 1

In this unit we will cover: 

• Legislations, codes of practice and workplace policies 
• Hygiene and infection control 

importance of personal hygiene and presentation 

fire safety

Dealing with emergency 

Session Outcomes 

In todays session we will cover:

Recap Legislation, codes of practice and workplace policies 

  The difference between Hazard and Risks

Principles of Hygiene, infection control.

'Do Now' Task 

Complete the revision clock individually first and then pair up with the person next to you to check each others answers. 

You have 10 minutes 

Legislations 

The Health and Safety at work act covers all health and safety in the workplace for everyone.

It outlines everyone’s responsibilities whilst working in your place of work.

These regulations cover the lifting of loads as well as lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving them whether by hand or other bodily force. It means all workers must minimise the risk from lifting and handling objects by assessing objects before moving them and using correct posture.

Any electrical items used in the workplace need to be checked and maintained by a qualified electrician.

If you do find a faulty item you should remove the item from the salon, label it so others know then report the fault to a senior member of staff.

This act refers to chemicals in the work place.

All substances hazardous to health should be stored, handled, used and disposed of following manufacturers instructions, salon guidelines and local bye-laws.

These regulations require that if any employee suffers a personal injury that results in hospitalisation, permanent injury or death it must be reported to the local enforcement officer.

This act refers to the use of tools and equipment.

It states that anyone who uses them should be trained and competent to use them. Equipment must also be safe and fit for the purpose it is intended for. It should also be well maintained.

The Workplace regulations. These regulations state that it is the requirement of all the people at the workplace to help maintain a safe and healthy environment.

This legislation requires all businesses to have basic standards for fire prevention and control, and an emergency exit should the worst happen. A fire risk assessment which needs to reviewed annually. 

Why is Personal presentation andHygiene important?

What does 'Good' Personal presentation and hygiene look like?

What does 'Poor' Personal presentation and hygiene look like?

Good Personal presentation and hygiene

• How you present yourself on the salon floor impacts on clients views of the salon. Clean uniform, shoes, neat hair and make-up portray a professional image, which in turn makes clients think the salon is professional and they will receive a good treatment.
  
• By having good personal presentation and good hygiene standards  will potentially create  more business, more client recommendations and ultimately more MONEY to the salon

Poor Personal presentation and Hygiene 

• Poor personal presentation and hygiene can lead to loss of clients, poor reputation, less customer recommendations and loss of earnings.
  
• Even if you are the best stylist/therapist poor presentation can affect your business.

Things to remember...

Always make sure your uniform is clean, smells fresh and is ironed.

Always make sure your hair is clean and styled appropriately.

If wearing make-up, make sure it is neat and appropriate for the salon.

Wear deodorant and shower at least twice a day.

Brush your teeth at least twice a day.

If you smoke, freshen your breath before talking to clients and wash hands before carrying out any service or treatment.

Freshen breath if you have had any strong smelling foods and wash hands.

Change underwear daily

If you are prone to smelly feet, make sure you wear shoes which allow your feet to breathe.

If you have facial hair, make sure it is neat and maintained.

Poor personal hygiene can lead to CROSS INFECTION and INFESTATION.

How can poor personal presentation affect your business?

1. Increase in clients
2. Improve business reputation
3. More customer recommendations
4. Loss of clients

What are the potential consequences of poor personal presentation and hygiene?

1. Loss of earnings
2. Poor reputation
3. Loss of clients
4. Less customer recommendations

What impact does good personal presentation and hygiene have on clients?

1. Clients think the salon is expensive
2. Clients think the salon is unprofessional
3. Clients think the salon is professional
4. Clients think the salon is average

What is legislation?

1. A law or a set of laws passed by Parliament
2. A document that outlines government policies
3. A decision made by a judge in a court case
4. A process for electing government officials

Legislation 

Legislation is a law or a set of laws that have been passed by Parliament. The word is also used to describe the act of making a new law.

Workplace Policies 

Workplace policies are rules which are put in place by a business.

These may include:

• How to behave on the salon floor
• How to meet and greet clients
• Hygiene standards
• Booking Holidays
• Dress code ( include jewellery, hair and make-up)
• Conduct 

Codes of Practice 

• Codes of practice are written guidelines for certain professions or occupations. 
• In the hair and beauty sector, we follow the codes of practice set by HABIA ( which stands for Hair AND Beauty Industry Authority) 
• HABIA creates the standards which all hair and beauty qualifications are formed from. 

Ensure health and safety training is undertaken by all staff

Provide appropiate protective clothing and equipment 

Ensure all facilities meet minimal health and safety requirements with regards to ventilation, temperture and noise. 

Have an update date Health and Safety policy

Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring equipment is properly maintained and safe to use. 

To take resonable care of your own and others safety 

To ensure you use tools and equipment for their intended use 

To follow all Health and safety and complete all training, wear protective clothing and follow all health and safety policies 

To report any illness or injury that will affect your ability to work 

Employer Responsibilities 

Employee Responsibilities 

Someone could slip.

Hazard

Risk

Clients and staff would not be able to escape incase of fire

Hot water

Clients head not supported

Could cause burns.

Can cause Hyperextension

Water on the floor

Trailing wires

Someone could trip over

Boxes blocking fire exit

What is the difference between a hazard and a risk?

1. A hazard is the likelihood of harm, while risk is the severity of the harm
2. A hazard is a physical danger, while risk is a mental danger
3. Hazard and risk are interchangeable terms
4. A hazard is a potential source of harm, while risk is the likelihood and severity of the harm occurring

Infection control in the salon

It is important to have high standards of hygiene and infection control in salon. Without this, the risk of cross infection or infestation is increased.

 

Ways to reduce cross contamination 

• Use clean towels for every client
• Wear appropriate PPE
  
• Check client for contra indications at consultation
  
• Clean and sterilise equipment after every use
  
• Clean work areas with disinfectant
  
• Wash towels, gowns etc on a hot wash
  

What are the four types of micro-organisms?

Micro-organisms

There are 4 types of infections caused by Micro organisms:

BACTERIAL INFECTION

FUNGAL INFECTION

VIRAL INFECTION

INFESTATIONS

Bacterial infections

Bacteria are single celled organisms which vary in size and exist as spores.

Bacteria can multiply very quickly in the right conditions (warm and moist environments)

Examples of bacterial infections are:

Impetigo, Conjunctivitis, Acne Vulgaris  

Fungal infections

Fungi infections include moulds and yeasts and are naturally occurring on the human skin.

They feed on organic matter. They secrete enzymes which break the organic matter down, and the fungi then absorb the nutrients which are released as the organic matter decomposes.

Fungi produce spores

Ringworm

Thrush 

Viral infections

Viruses are tiny infectious micro-organisms which multiply in the cells of other living organisms.

Such as:

Warts

Herpes

Flu/ COVID

HIV/AIDS 

Infestations

Infestations are caused by tiny insects which live off the blood of their host

Example of infestations are:

Pediculosis capitis (head lice)

Scabies

How are infections and infestations transmitted through inhalation?

1. Direct physical contact
2. Breathing in the micro-organisms
3. Getting bitten by insects
4. Eating contaminated food

Which type of infestation is caused by head lice?

1. Thrush
2. Conjunctivitis
3. Warts
4. Pediculosis capitis

What is a common viral infection?

1. Impetigo
2. Scabies
3. Flu/COVID
4. Ringworm

What type of infection is caused by ringworm?

1. Fungal
2. Viral
3. Bacterial
4. Infestation

Which type of micro-organism causes impetigo?

1. Bacteria
2. Virus
3. Insects
4. Fungi