Legislation Flashcards
To understand your responsibilities
What must you do under the Health and Safety at Work Act?
Ensure that nobody comes to harm due to your failure to act.
What must you do under COSHH Regulations?
Store, Handle, Use and Dispose of all chemicals and substances following manufacturer’s instructions and local bye laws.
What must you do under the Electricity at Work Act?
Remove, Label and Report faulty equipment.
What must your employer do under the Electricity at Work Act?
Ensure all training is given on new equipment and all equipment is PAT tested every 12 months.
What must your employer do under the Personal Protective Equipment Regulations?
Supply any necessary PPE equipment, free of charge.
What must you do under the Personal Protective Equipment Regulations?
Ensure you wear the supplied PPE when needed.
What must you do under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations?
Bend at the knees, keeping your back straight when lifting objects. Do not lift anything too heavy or big on your own.
What must you do under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations?
Ensure any accidents are reported to someone in charge and entered into the accident book.
List the PPE available to the stylist and client.
Stylist - gloves, apron, goggles and mask
Client - gown, towel and plastic cape.
What is a hazard?
Something that has the potential to cause harm.
What is a risk?
What can happen because of the hazard. It can also be rated at low, medium or high.
What is contact dermatitis?
Inflammation of the skin. A skin condition usually caused by an irritant.
What is the name of the chemical form of sterilisation used in salons?
Barbicide
What is the name of the UV form of sterilisation used in salons?
Steristrom
What is the name of the moist heat form of sterilsiation used in salons?
Autoclave
