Worker Safety at Beauty Salons

Worker Safety at Beauty Salons

An operator of a beauty salon should regularly inspect the salon for hazardous conditions that may affect worker safety. This handout identifies conditions that a salon operator should evaluate when making an inspection of their premises.

Environment

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Are salon floors clean and dry? / q / q
Are work areas well-lighted? / q / q
Are work stations designed to minimize reaching and bending? / q / q
Are ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) provided in wet areas? / q / q

Chemical Safety

Are labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) available for all products used in the salon? / q / q
Are bottles and containers properly labeled and tightly closed? / q / q
Are chemicals stored according to the manufacturers’ requirements? / q / q
Is ventilation adequate to remove chemical smells? / q / q
Are chemical-resistant gloves, aprons, and other required personal protective equipment (PPE) available for workers to use? / q / q
Are waste materials disposed of properly? / q / q

Infection Control

Are handwashing facilities well-stocked with soap and clean towels? / q / q
Are sharp instruments handled carefully? / q / q
Are all reusable tools and instruments disinfected properly? / q / q
Are single use items discarded immediately after use? / q / q

Other Concerns

Are cords and plugs on electrical equipment in good repair? / q / q
Are hot objects (e.g., curling irons) separated from flammable and combustible materials? / q / q
Are inspection tags on fire extinguishers current? / q / q
Is a first aid kit available? / q / q

THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS “SAMPLE” SAFETY PROGRAM HAS BEEN COMPILED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE. HOWEVER, IT CANNOT BE ASSUMED THAT ALL ACCEPTABLE MEASURES ARE CONTAINED IN THIS PROGRAM WITH REGARDS TO YOUR INDUSTRY STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS UNDER PARTICULAR FEDERAL, STATE, PROVINCIAL AND LOCAL LAW.