health and safety Flashcards
What is legislation
A law or set of laws suggested by a government and made official by a parliament
Name the seven main regulations that state the legal responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace.
- Manual Handling Operations Regulations
- RIDDOR. Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
- COSHH Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations
- The Electricity at Work Act.
- Data protection Act
- Consumer Legislation Protection
- Disability Discrimination Act
MANUAL HANDLING OPERATIONS
Name the four steps to take for safe lifting and carrying objects at work.
- Place feet hip width apart.
- Bend your knees, keeping your back straight when picking up the box with your arms bent
- Using both hands get a firm grip of the box from underneath.
- Lift the box up and hold close, balanced to your body (don’t twist the body)
R.I.D.D.O.R Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, Dangerous Occurrences regulations
Name three things that people are legally obliged to report.
- If a client is injured or killed on premises and taken to hospital
- IF a staff member or self employed member is killed or suffers a major injury including physical violence.
- If something happens which does not result in a reportable injury but could have done (a dangerous occurrence)
RIDDOR
When must injuries and dangerous occurrences be reported by?
within 10 working days.
RIDDOR
What must be done if a person suffers from an injury for seven days or more and is unable to fulfil their full range of duties?
This must be reported using the appropriate online form within 15 days of the incident
RIDDOR
If a doctor notes and employee that they are suffering from a reportable disease then what must be done
This must be reported immediately using the online form.
COSHH Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
What is your responsibility when it comes to handling chemicals that are likely to affect health and safety? (It comes with an acronym)
Your responsibility is to SHUD
STORE - all products in a cool, dark, dry place away from sunlight
HANDLE - to correctly hold and handle products at all times
USE - use all products correctly following manufacturers instructions
DISPOSE - of products correctly following salon policy and local by laws.
COSHH
What are the actions that can be taken to prevent contact dermatitis?
(to be completed)
To moisturise hands
To wear gloves
ELECTRICITY AND WORK REGULATIONS
What are your responsibilities when handling electrical items in the workplace?
VLA (Dracula getting electrocuted)
- Visually check all items first before use to prevent hand to self and others
- Label, report and remove if you have found a faulty item
- All electrical items must be P.A.T tested once a year (Portable appliance testing)
ENSURE ANY COLLEAGUES YOU HAVE REPONSIBILITY FOR ARE AWARE OR REGULATIONS THEY ARE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW.
ELECTRICITY AND WORK REGULATIONS
Name 5 precautions that we can take to ensure electrical equipment is used safely
- Be careful when using equipment in damp or wet areas
- Yearly PAT testing
- Only use equipment for its intended use
- FAULTY EQUIPMENT: Remove it, Label it, Report it
- Check all wired, plugs and sockets are safe before use.
DATA PROTECTION ACT
What are the 8 principles that must be followed for protecting personal information
The information must be
- Used Fairly and Lawfully
- Used for limited, specifically stated purposes
- Used in a way that is adequate, relevant and not excessive
- Accurate
- Kept for no longer than is absolutely necessary
- Handled according to people data protection rights
- Kept safe and secure
- Not transferred outside the UK without adequate protection
DATA PROTECTION ACT
What are the six form of sensitive information that have a stronger legal protection
- Ethnic Background
- Political opinions
- Religious Beliefs
- Health
- Sexual Health
- Criminal Records
CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT
What are the five ways in which consumers are protected under this act?
- All products for sale should be safe to use
- Any products found to be unsafe should be removed from sale
- Benefits of products must not be false or misleading
- Clients have the right to cancel any online orders within 14 days.
- Consumers should be informed about the returns policy upon purchase of products
THE DISABILITY AND DISCRIMINATION ACT
What are the two things ensured by this act?
- The Legislation requires public bodies to promote equality or opportunity for people with disabilities.
- Employers are expected to make reasonable adjustments to the salon to ensure that clients/ visitors have access to facilities.
WORKPLACE HEALTH SAFETY AND WELFARE REGULATIONS 1992
List 13 things that this regulation ensures.
- Maintenance - Everything is up to date and in good working order
- Ventilation - should be provided for fresh air
- Temperature - Should be controlled and at a reasonable 21 degrees by law.
- Lighting - should have sufficient lighting
- Cleanliness and Waste Materials
- Room Dimensions and Space - workplace should have sufficient floor area, height and space for welfare of all staff and clients
- Workstations and seating - seating should be available to all employees and nothing should be left
- Condition of floors and traffic routes - no place should have holes or slopes where an employee’s health and safety are at risk
- Sanitary conveniences - should be provided and accessible
10 Washing facilities - should be readily accessible
11 Drinking water An adequate supply must be available for all persons in the workplace. - Facilities to eat meals and rest - resting and eating facilities must be provided.
What is a hazard vs what is a risk?
A hazard is something that has the potential to cause harm
A risk is the likelihood of the hazard occurring
What are the 8 ways in which health and safety can be maintained in the workplace?
- Identifying the hazard and risk
- Deal with any health and safety occurrences
- Carry out regular risk assessment
- Give clear instructions to junior members of staff
- Continually monitor manufacturers instructions for change of use
- Monitor COSHH
- Instruct junior members of staff on equipment use
- Ensure PPE is made available
What is a risk assessment?
A Risk assessment is simply a careful examination of what in your work could cause harm to people so that you can weigh up whether you have taken enough precautions or should do more to prevent them.
Name four stages of a risk assessment
Identify
Review
Control
Evaluate
Why should you keep your work area clean and tidy?
To reduce hazards
to minimise the risk of cross infection or infestation
To maintain a professional salon image
HYGIENE
Name 6 good tips for maintaining good hygiene at work.
- Make sure your workplace is clean and tidy
- Use clean and sterilised tolls and equipment for all clients
- Ensure any infected materials tools or equipment from the salon
- Make sure any open cuts or sores are covered
- Always use clean towels and gowns for clients
- Speak to your manager before coming into work if you have a potential infections condition.
Name three main types if sterilisation methods
Barbicide is a liquid and cleans anything plastic. For disinfecting
Auto Clave is a machine and cleans anything metal
Ultra violet is an instrument and cleans everything
How should stylists and clients be positioned?
Stylists
Hip width apart
Back straight
(This minimises risk of fatigue and injuring oneself)
Clients
Clients should sit at the back of the chair
straight back and shoulders
legs/feet should not be crossed
(This ensures client comfort and achieves a balanced result)
Why do we follow manufacturers instructions when mixing colours or carrying out skin/hair tests? (6 reasons)
To avoid damage to the hair and scalp to avoid product waste to achieve the desired look to follow salon policy to avoid possible legal action to minimise mistakes to check for any allergies
How can your salon Encourage sustainability and help the environment (7 things)
Reduce waste recycle Reduce packaging reducce use Mend equipment rather than replacing it Reuse items wherever possible Use renewable energy
Why should we use products economically in the salon (4 things)
To avoid waste
to be cost effective
to avoid overloading hair
to prevent loss of profits for the business
Why should we question our clients before a service? (3 things)
To find out if there are any contradictions
To find our the clients requirements
to decide upon a suitable service
Why should we continue to question our clients during the service
To Ensure your client is at easy thought the service
To keep your clients updated to any changes
