Health and Safety in the Salon Environment

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
H/504/7752
Credits:
2
Guided learning hours:
20 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about the risks to health and safety in the salon environment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    List main risks to health and safety in the salon environment.
  • 1.2
    State the importance of following safe and hygienic working practices.
  • 1.3
    Give examples of how risks to health and safety can be reduced.
2

Know about responsibilities for health and safety in the salon environment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    State the employers’ responsibilities for the safety of employees and customers in the salon.
  • 2.2
    Outline employee’s responsibility for their own safety and that of colleagues and customers.
3

Know the importance of emergency procedures in the salon environment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    List situations that require emergency procedures.
  • 3.2
    Give examples of procedures for given emergency situations.