The Post COVID-19 Risk Assessment Carried Out by Smith & Smith Hair Salon in Loughborough
This risk assessment was carried out on 4th June 2020 by Sophie Smith, Director at Smith & Smith Hair Salon in Loughborough. We will review the risks on an ongoing basis.
Risk Type
Reception area, cross contamination through bookings and payments.
Measures to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- When possible keeping the salon door locked and a notice for clients to phone to make a booking
- No walk-in appointments
- Clients to be told when booking about the salon changes
- Clients will be asked to cancel if they feel unwell
- A screen to be fitted at the reception desk and masks or face shield to be worn at all times
- Payments to be made by card and card machines disinfected after each use
- No cash payments unless no alternative
- Signs in reception area to keep clients 2 meters apart
- Reception and waiting area disinfected regularly including door handles and stairs
- Clients to hang up their own coats and keep belongings with them
- Receptionist to take all bills, staff to leave their clients and not to stand at reception
Action to be taken
- Make sure PPE is available at all times
- Antibacterial hand gel available for all clients and staff
- All safety information passed onto clients and staff
Risk Type
Cross Contamination in the wash house
Measures to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- All staff and clients to wear masks and PPE
- Only one client in the wash house at a time
- All basins taps and seats to be disinfected after each use
- Limit the time client is in the wash house, i.e. toners to be applied in the salon
- Treatments to come into the salon when they have been applied
- One laundry towel to be used for drying hair at backwash
- Disposable towels used at all other times
- Staff to wash hands before and after entering the wash house
Action to be taken
- Cleaning products to be available in the wash house at all times
- Remove wash house doors for ventilation
Risk Type
- Cross contamination at the cutting stations
- Clients being too close together
Measures to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- Clients to be seated in designated seats so social distancing is applied
- Clients and staff to wear masks at all times and stylists to wear disposable aprons and gloves where possible
- Any cutting or drying equipment including brushes, produtcs, gowns & towels to be placed in the provided basket when finished & sterilised between each client
- Work top, mirror, and chairs to be thoroughly cleaned and sterilised between each client
- Trolleys and stools to be sanitised after each use
- Cutting collars to be disinfected after every use
- Hood dryer cleaned after every use
- Air conditioning will not be used to prevent airborne transfer
Action to be taken
- PPE to be available
- Cleaning stations throughout the salon
Risk Type
Client resources spreading Covid 19.
Measures to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- Client drinks will still be available but will be served in disposable cups
- Coffee machine and preparation area to be sterilised regularly and hands washed between each drink being made
- All magazines to be removed from the salon
- Do not use appointment cards, print from till receipt
- Avoid providing leaflets or price lists out, information available online
Risk Type
Contamination in toilets and wash areas
Measures to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- Toilets to be spray disinfected after every use
- Hand wash soap, hand sanitiser and disposable paper towels to always be available
- Bins emptied regularly
- Health and safety posters to be displayed in toilets
Action to be taken
Disinfectant spray to be used on door handles, toilet seat, flush, sink and taps.
Risk Type
Over crowding in the salon, being unable to socially distance.
Measure to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- Only 5 stylists allowed to work at the same time ( 2 down stairs, 3 upstairs)
- Only 2 assistants at the same time (1 on each floor)
- Client numbers to be limited to 12 including clients waiting so social distance can be obtained at all times
- Clients asked not to arrive early or late for their appointments and to come alone
- Children will not be allowed in the salon unless having their hair cut and will be asked to use the flat entrance for their safety
- Appointments for perm services will be put on hold due to the length of the appointment and the time spent in the wash house
Action to be taken
Client numbers need to be monitored when booking appointments.
Risk Type
Lack of PPE
Measure to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- Levels of all PPE should be monitored daily to make sure levels are kept high
- This will be all of the staff’s responsibility
- Clients will be asked to wear masks, we will provide them, along with disposable gowns and towels
- A PPE charge will be added to all bills automatically to cover costs.
Action to be taken
- Stock list for PPE to be created
- Set up Auto Billing on the till system for PPE
Risk Type
Inappropriate cleaning and hygiene.
Measure to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- Salon, doors, handles, surfaces, and toilets to be disinfected regularly
- All salon work spaces to be cleaned after every client
- All hair kits to be sterilised after each client
- Salon deep cleaned every evening
- Clients will be asked to wash their hair on the day if they are coming for a dry cut or colour to prevent cross contamination
- Staff to have clean uniform and hair daily and to keep hair tied up if possible
- Hands to be washed regularly throughout the day
- Staff to arrive 15mins early to get into PPE
Action to be taken
Inform clients at the time of booking.
Risk Type
Client or staff requiring First Aid.
Measure to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- First aid only given by designated first aider
- If first aid is needed the first aider should protect themselves with full PPE including mask, face shield, gloves, and apron
- First aid kit will be fully stocked.
Action to be taken
Check first aid kit and certificates.
Risk Type
Staff belongings and break/lunch arrangements not followed.
Measure to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- All staff belonging will be stored in the staffroom including coats to stop cross contamination
- Food and drinks are not aloud on the salon floor or in the dispensary
- All breaks must be taken in the staffroom or outside and social distance
- If using the kitchen or eating area staff must disinfect where they have used and wash all pots in hot soapy water
- Hands must be washed before re entering the salon floor and clean PPE used
- All staff should try to social distance as much as possible
- Phones are not allowed on the salon floor
- No personal post or deliveries to the salon
Action to be taken
- Cleaning products available at all times
- PPE to be added to colour bar upstairs
Risk Type
Suspect Covid 19 or illness in staff.
Measure to Minimise Risk – Staff and clients
- All staff will be asked not to come to work if they feel unwell
- If they have symptoms of Covid 19 they will be asked to self-isolate for 7 days or be tested if possible
- If the symptoms start at work they will be asked to go straight home or go into the office next to the staffroom to self-isolate until they can leave
- All areas that they have been must be deep cleaned after
Action to be taken
Find out legal guidelines if this happens in the salon.
