RA031 - Infection Control and Sharps Risk Assessment

Infection Control and Sharps Risk Assessment

This risk assessment is for any salon where skin can be cut, nicked or broken, or where blood and body fluids could be present. That includes barbers doing razor shaves and neck lines, nail techs using cuticle nippers and files, therapists doing waxing, extractions, dermaplaning or electrolysis, and salons offering microblading, semi-permanent make-up or ear piercing. It also covers everyday cleaning of tools, towels and work surfaces between clients.

What you'll get

• How infections such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV can spread in a salon
• What COSHH says about biological agents and what it means for you
• How to handle sharps, spills, waste and cleaning between clients
• What to do straight away after a sharps injury
• A worked salon example and a blank assessment to complete

Part of the SOU Health & Safety Toolkit

Written for UK hair, beauty, nail and barbering businesses and branded ready to download. Free for SOU PRO and CEO members.

This resource is general guidance in line with UK health and safety law. It does not replace your own risk assessments or professional advice, and you remain responsible for health and safety in your salon. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Salon Owners United and its partners accept no liability for any loss arising from its use.