Health & Safety Flashcards
List equipment used to maintain hygene
- Autoclave
- UV Cabinet
- Chemicals such as Barbicide, bleach, alcohol
The consumer rights act is a piece of legislation that protects who?
The clients
What is a Hazard?
Anything with the potential to cause harm
How can infections and infestations be transmitted?
- direct contact
- indirect contact
- inhalation
- ingestion
- injection (ie. during electrolysis)
What does PUWER stand for?
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
What does RIDDOR stand for?
Reporting of Injuries, Disease and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
What is the primary purpose of carrying out a risk assessment?
To identify hazards within a workplace and what the risks are of someone being harmed.
What is RIDDOR concerned with?
Injury, diseases, and dangerous occurrences.
What does MHOR stand for?
Manual Handling Operations Regulations
What is a risk?
The likelihood that a hazard will cause some sort of harm
What is the primary reason for wearing flat, enclosed shoes in the salon?
To protect the feet and provide comfort
Why is maintaining a good posture while providing a treatment important?
To avoid fatigue and injury to the therapist.
What does DPA stand for?
Data Protection Act
What does COSHH stand for?
Control of substances Hazardous to health regulations
Which year did HASAWA come into force?
1974
