Salon Safety: COSHH and Health
Salon Safety: COSHH and Health
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Salon Safety: COSHH and Health
What do you already know about staying safe with chemicals in the salon?
Learning Objectives
At the end of the lesson you will understand COSHH, how to handle hazardous substances, employer responsibilities, defining hazards and risks, and how to respond in salon emergencies.
What is COSHH?
COSHH stands for Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.
It is a law to keep everyone safe from potentially harmful substances at work.
Why COSHH is Important
In salons, we work with chemicals like dyes and cleaners. COSHH ensures we control their risks to protect the health of both staff and clients.
Using COSHH: The SHUD Method
SHUD:
Store
Handle
Use
Dispose
SHUD Explained
Store
Wear gloves, avoid spills and always read the label before touching any substance.
Keep substances in labelled, secure containers away from heat or direct light.
Handle
SHUD Continued
Use only as directed, measure accurately, and ensure good ventilation.
Dispose of waste correctly, following salon policy and local regulations.
Use
Dispose
What should you ensure during use of SHUD?
Poor lighting
High humidity
No ventilation
Good ventilation
How should waste be disposed of?
Burn it
Follow salon policy and regulations
Flush down the toilet
Throw in general waste
What legislation covers the use, storage and handle chemicals?
What is a Hazard?
A hazard is anything that could cause harm / accident, such as chemicals, sharp tools, or slippery floors in the salon.
What is a Risk?
A risk is the chance that someone could be harmed by the hazard if it is not properly dealt with.
Hazards vs. Risks
Risk Example
Hazard Example
Someone may slip and fall if the spill is not cleaned up.
Spilled shampoo on the floor.
Employer Responsibilities
Employers must provide:
Safe workplace
PPE
Training
Safe equipment
Health & safety policy for all staff and customers
Lifting a Heavy Object Safely
1. Bend knees
2. Keep back straight
3. Hold the box close to your body
What should you do with your knees when lifting?
Lift with your back
Keep legs straight
Bend knees
Twist your body
How should your back be positioned?
Keep back straight
Lean to the side
Arch your back
Bend your back
Where should you hold the box?
Above your head
On your shoulder
Hold the box close to your body
Hold it away from your body
Dealing with an Accident
If someone falls in the salon, report the incident immediately to the salon manager and follow the correct procedures.
Responding to a Fire
Stay calm, follow the salon’s fire evacuation procedure, and leave the building safely.
Review: Salon Safety Matters
Knowing how to control hazardous substances, assessing risks, and responding to emergencies keeps everyone safe in the salon.
You will now do your exam
You have 20mins
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
