Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
A/600/6327
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
22 hours

Assessment Guidance

This unit should be delivered in a realistic learning environment. The word client can be related to friends, peers, mannequins and does not need to be carried out on paying clients or within commercial timescales.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to maintain health and safety practices

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    identify hazards in the salon environment
  • 1.2
    carry out a simple risk analysis of the salon
  • 1.3
    follow safe and hygienic working practices
  • 1.4
    outline the main provisions of the Health and Safety legislation
  • 1.5
    state the difference between a ‘hazard’ and ‘risk’
  • 1.6
    state the employers’ responsibilities for the safety of employees and customers in the salon
  • 1.7
    outline safe and hygienic working practices

2

Be able to follow emergency procedures

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    locate fire fighting equipment in the salon
  • 2.2
    locate the first aid equipment and the accident report book
  • 2.3
    follow fire and evacuation procedures
  • 2.4
    state the procedures for dealing with accidents and emergencies